Ethyl Acetate

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Ethyl Acetate Specification

Melting Point
-83.6 C

EINECS No
205-500-4

Refractive Rate
1.372 (at 20C)

CAS No
141-78-6

Physical Form
Liquid

Application
Used as a solvent in paints coatings adhesives pharmaceuticals and cosmetics

Usage
Commonly used in extraction processes decaffeination and flavoring

Solubility
Moderately soluble in water (8.3 g/100 mL at 25 C); miscible with alcohol ether acetone

Poisonous
Yes if ingested or inhaled in large quantities

Storage
Store in a cool dry well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition

Structural Formula
CH3COOCH2CH3

Shelf Life
12-24 months under proper storage conditions

Purity
99% minimum

Smell
Pleasant fruity odor

Molecular Formula
C4H8O2

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly acidic (pKa ~11.5)

Ingredients
Ethyl group Acetate group

Density
0.902 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

HS Code
29153100

Appearance
Clear colorless liquid

Molecular Weight
88.11 g/mol

Shape
Liquid form

Taste
Sweet fruity

Properties
Volatile flammable with a low boiling point of 77.1 C

Grade
Industrial Grade Food Grade

About Ethyl Acetate

This colorless liquid has a characteristic sweet smell (similar to pear drops) and is used in glues, nail polish removers, decaffeinating tea and coffee, and cigarettes Ethyl acetate is the ester ofethanol and acetic acid.Ethyl acetate is used primarily as a solvent and diluent, being favored because of its low cost, low toxicity, and agreeable odor.For example, it is commonly used to clean circuit boards and in some nail varnish removers. Coffee beans and tea leaves are decaffeinated with this solvent.It is also used in paints as an activator or hardener.Ethyl acetate is present in confectionery, perfumes, and fruits. In perfumes, it evaporates quickly, leaving only the scent of the perfume on the skin.

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