Methyl acetate (also known as methyl ethanoate, acetic acid methyl
ester, MeOAc, Tereton, Devoton) is a carboxylate ester with a
molecular formula of C 3 H 6 O 2 . It is a clear, colourless liquid that has a
typical ester odour similar to glues and nail polish removers. It is very
flammable with a flashpoint of -10° C and a flammability rating of
3. Methyl acetate is commonly used in low toxicity solvents such as
glues, nail polish removers.