Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl Acetate Production: Spotlight on a Leading Mexican Manufacturer

Ethyl acetate (also known as acetato de etilo or EtOAc, CAS 141-78-6) is primarily produced via esterification of acetic acid with ethanol. In Mexico, Industrias Monfel S.A. de C.V. stands out as a key domestic producer with a long history in acetyl derivatives.

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Founded in 1956 (originally as Química Simex), Industrias Monfel holds the distinction of being:

  • The oldest continuously operating manufacturer of ethyl acetate in Mexico
  • A trusted source of high-quality grades, serving the Mexican market primarily from its modern plant in San Luis Potosí
  • One of the few companies manufacturing ethyl acetate in North America (alongside major global players like Celanese and Eastman)

Today, Industrias Monfel is the second-largest manufacturer of ethyl acetate in Mexico, focusing on domestic supply through its world-class production facility in San Luis Potosí and a network of 12 distribution warehouses across the country. At Industrias Monfel, customers are not just buyers—they are important relationships served directly, without intermediaries or third parties. This direct approach fosters close collaboration, personalized service, and strong, long-term partnerships, ensuring clients receive dedicated support from the company itself.

The company emphasizes GMP-compliant processes, quality assurance, and reliability for industries such as paints, coatings, adhesives, inks, textiles, flavorings, and more.

Available Grades and Principal Applications

Grade Principal Applications
Industrial Grade Industrial Grade Paints, general solvents, adhesives
Urethane Grade Urethane Grade Coatings requiring extremely low moisture (e.g., polyurethane systems)
ACS Grade Laboratory, analytical, and high-purity uses

These grades are produced to meet national and international standards, with a focus on low-impurity profiles for demanding applications.

Industrias Monfel has over 70 years of experience in manufacturing acetic acid derivatives (including ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, propyl acetate, isopropyl acetate, ethyl ether, glacial acetic acid, and acetic anhydride), making it a reliable regional player in Mexico’s chemical industry.

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Contact us:
📩 [email protected]
📞 +52 (55) 5899-0029 or +52 (55) 4455-5726
🌐 www.monfel.com
📍 San Luis Potosi, S.L.P., Mexico

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