CAS 108-65-6
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)
CAS 108-65-6C6H12O3132.16 g/mol
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA), also known as Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate (PGMEA), is an industrial solvent widely utilized in the coatings industry for its excellent solvency power and controlled evaporation rate. Used primarily in polyisocyanate systems, it helps improve flow and film formation. Its significant role in coatings, printing inks, and electronics cleaning makes it an essential chemical for these industries.
Main applicationCoatings — Solvent and flow improver for polyisocyanate systems
Methoxy Propyl Acetate is significant for its role in enhancing product application and quality in various industries, including coatings, inks, and electronics. Its controlled evaporation and superior solvency make it a preferred choice for manufacturers aiming for efficiency and quality in end products.
Also known as
- Methoxy propyl acetate
- Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate
- 1-methoxy-2-propyl acetate
- 2-methoxy-1-propyl acetate
- MePROXAc

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 200 kg drums
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 108-65-6
- Chemical formula
- C6H12O3
- Molecular weight
- 132.16 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Purity
- 99+
- Appearance
- Clear, colourless liquid
- Molecular weight
- 132.16 g/mol
- Concentration
- 99+ %
- Water miscibility
- 19 % w/w
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) with the molecular formula C6H12O3 and a molecular weight of approximately 132.16 g/mol, is a clear, colourless liquid known for its mild ether-like odour. Primarily offered in industrial-grade purity of 99% and above, PMA is slightly hygroscopic and moderately water-miscible at ~19% w/w. Its efficacy as a solvent comes from its compatibility with most organic solvents and ability to provide residue-free evaporation in electronics applications. Buyers typically specify the isomer when ordering due to regulatory and formulation differences between the alpha and beta forms, identified by CAS numbers 108-65-6 and 70657-70-4 respectively.
Delivery
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Coatings — Solvent and flow improver for polyisocyanate systems
- Printing inks — Excellent dye and resin solvency, controlled evaporation
- Adhesives — Solvent component in adhesive formulations
- Electronics cleaning — Residue-free evaporation for circuits
- Foundry binders — Binder for core sands
- Textile dyeing — Solvent for leather and textiles
- Resin processing — Controls viscosity in formulations
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- High solubility improves coating applications
- Residue-free evaporation critical for electronics
- Moderate evaporation rate enhances application control
- Consistent quality in industrial-grade formulations
- Versatile in both solvent and coalescent roles
- Effective in a wide range of industries
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)?
The CAS registry number for Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is 108-65-6. Its chemical formula is C6H12O3, with a molecular weight of 132.16 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is also referred to as Methoxy propyl acetate, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, 1-methoxy-2-propyl acetate, 2-methoxy-1-propyl acetate and MePROXAc. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is supplied?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What concentration is Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) supplied at?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is supplied at a concentration of 99+%. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.
What is the purity of Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)?
The purity/assay figure recorded for Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is 99+. Figures are typical values for the grade supplied; the certificate of analysis for your specific batch is the authoritative record and can be provided on request.
What does Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) look like?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is described as clear, colourless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) used for?
Common applications include coatings — Solvent and flow improver for polyisocyanate systems, printing inks — Excellent dye and resin solvency, controlled evaporation, adhesives — Solvent component in adhesive formulations, electronics cleaning — Residue-free evaporation for circuits, foundry binders — Binder for core sands and textile dyeing — Solvent for leather and textiles. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is supplied to the Water Treatment, Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals, Construction & Admixtures, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks, Textile & Leather Tanning, Oil, Gas & Energy and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) available in?
Available in 200 kg drums. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the HS code for Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)?
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) is recorded against the EC number 203-603-9 and the HS customs code 29094900. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.2-METHOXY-1-PROPYL ACETATE | Occupational Safety and Health Administrationosha.gov
- 2.2.3 Methoxypropyl acetate, alpha isomerstacks.cdc.gov
- 3.SAFETY DATA SHEETsites.uclouvain.be
- 4.Substance Information - ECHAecha.europa.eu
- 5.Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) | Rebain International | The Netherlandsrebain.eu
- 6.Methoxy Propyl Acetateproducts.basf.com
- 7.Shell Chemicalsshell.com
- 8.Methoxy Propyl Acetate Supplier India | PMA Solvent | Polychem Industriespolychemin.com
- 9.Methoxy Propyl Acetate Market Size & Trends Report 2035omrglobal.com
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