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CAS79-20-9
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Structural formula
C₃H₆O₂
Remove methyl acetate from the exhaust air
What is methylacetate?
Methyl acetate, also known as methyl acetate, is a colourless liquid with a fruity odour. It belongs to the group of esters and is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes and adhesives. Thanks to its volatile properties and good solubility, it is widely used in the chemical industry.
Creation
Methyl acetate is produced by the esterification of acetic acid with methanol. This process mainly takes place in chemical production plants. It is often used as a solvent in the paint and coatings industry, in the production of adhesives and in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.
Discovery
Methyl acetate is a clear, colourless liquid with a fruity, pleasant odour. It is highly volatile and soluble in water. Contact with methyl acetate may cause eye and skin irritation, and inhalation of the vapours may cause dizziness and headaches.
Limit values
In Germany, the limit values for methyl acetate are regulated by the Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control (TA-Luft) and the occupational exposure limit values (OEL). The OEL for methyl acetate is 200 ppm (parts per million) or 610 mg/m³. These limit values are intended to ensure that the concentrations in the workplace do not cause any damage to health.
Hazards
Health: At high exposure levels, methyl acetate can cause eye and skin irritation. Inhalation of the vapours leads to headaches, dizziness and nausea. Long-term exposure may damage the central nervous system. Environment: Methyl acetate is biodegradable but may pollute water and soil in high concentrations. It is moderately toxic to aquatic organisms. Economic damage: Due to its flammability, there is a risk of fire if handled improperly, which can lead to considerable material damage.
The oxytec Purification Technology
For many organic pollutants, we offer energy-saving and clean technologies for neutralisation, which we combine in multi-stage plants. In order to achieve a reduction below the limit values, not only the dimensioning of the respective purification stage but also the sequence of the technologies is decisive, as they have different physical effects on the molecules. Below we present some of our purification modules.
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Alternative technologies
In addition to our solutions, there are other technologies such as conventional activated carbon filters and simple ventilation systems. However, these often have disadvantages such as high energy consumption, limited cleaning performance, large space requirements, long lead times and high investment costs.
Advantages of the oxytec solution
- Compact design: Small footprint compared to traditional systems
- Low operating costs, therefore fast amortisation
- Environmentally friendly: Minimal environmental impact thanks to innovative technologies
- Efficient methyl acetate reduction: High efficiency thanks to high purification levels with minimal energy consumption
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