Description

Methyl 2-Methoxypropionate is a versatile, high-purity ester solvent with a unique chemical structure. Its primary value lies in its excellent solvency power and favorable evaporation profile, making it a critical component in advanced industrial formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, electronics, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-performance, low-residue solvent solutions. The product is supplied under strict quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for demanding applications.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a high-performance solvent and coalescing agent in automotive, industrial, and wood coatings, contributing to film formation and flow properties.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Used as a precision cleaning agent and as a solvent in photoresist strippers and developers for semiconductor and PCB fabrication.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile reagent and protecting group intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as an effective solvent to adjust viscosity and drying time in high-performance adhesive formulations.
• Industrial Cleaning: Employed in specialty cleaning formulations for degreasing and removing difficult residues from metal and composite surfaces.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolytes: Investigated as a potential solvent or co-solvent component in advanced electrolyte formulations due to its electrochemical stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Methoxypropionate
CAS No.	17639-76-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxypropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Methoxypropionate; Methyl 2-Methoxypropanoate; Methyl DL-2-Methoxypropionate; Methoxypropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Propanoic acid, 2-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl ester of 2-methoxypropionic acid
EINECS	241-627-1

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Methoxypropionate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for industrial and electronic-grade applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as CH3COOH)	≤ 0.05%
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.395 - 1.405
Boiling Point	~ 142 - 144 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.