Methoxy Propyl Acetate

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (MPA / PMA) is a premium glycol ether ester solvent widely used in high-performance industrial formulations where excellent solvency, low odor, and controlled evaporation are essential. It is especially valued in advanced coating and ink systems for its ability to deliver smooth finishes and stable processing. With its balanced chemical profile, Methoxy Propyl Acetate supports both performance efficiency and environmental compliance. Methoxy Propyl Acetate is available in several grades, including industrial grade, electronic grade, and high-purity grade for sensitive applications.

It is extensively used as a solvent and co-solvent in automotive and industrial coatings, wood finishes, printing inks, varnishes, adhesives, sealants, and electronic cleaning formulations. Chemically, it is an acetate ester of methoxy propanol, offering strong solvency for acrylic, epoxy, polyurethane, polyester, and nitrocellulose resins. Key technical properties include a medium evaporation rate, high boiling point, low viscosity, good flash point, excellent flow and leveling behavior, and strong compatibility with both polar and non-polar solvents. It also contributes to reduced surface defects, improved film formation, and enhanced gloss in high-quality coating systems.

Methoxy Propyl Acetate can be supplied in a wide range of commercial packaging options such as 25 kg and 30 kg plastic drums, 200 kg steel or HDPE drums, 1,000 kg IBC totes, and bulk tanker shipments. It provides good storage stability under recommended conditions and consistent batch-to-batch quality. With its reliable performance, formulation flexibility, and broad industrial acceptance, Methoxy Propyl Acetate remains a preferred solvent choice for coatings, inks, electronics, and specialty chemical manufacturers worldwide.

Property	Specification
Product Name	Methoxy Propyl Acetate
Common Name	PMA (Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate)
Chemical Formula	C₆H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
CAS Number	108-65-6
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor	Mild, ether-like / sweet solvent odor
Density (20°C)	0.96 – 0.97 g/cm³
Boiling Point	145 – 150 °C
Flash Point	~45 – 47 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate	Moderate (slower than acetates like EA/BA)
Solubility in Water	Slightly soluble
Solubility	Miscible with most organic solvents (alcohols, ketones, esters)
Vapor Pressure	Low to moderate
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.402 – 1.406
Purity (Typical)	≥ 99%
Storage Conditions	Keep in tightly closed container, cool, dry, away from heat and ignition sources
Main Applications	Coatings, inks, industrial cleaners, resins, automotive paints, electronics industry
Key Features	Slow evaporation, excellent coalescing ability, good resin compatibility