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KH Neochem Americas Ethyl Acetate

KH Neochem Americas Ethyl Acetate is used as a solvent for coatings and inks, adhesives, reaction solvent, and extraction solvent.

Chemical Name: Ethyl Acetate

CAS Number: 141-78-6

Synonyms: 1-Acetoxyethane, Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester, Acetic Ester, Acetic Ether, Acetidin, Acetoxyethane, Acetyl Ester, Ethyl Acetic Ester, Ethyl Ethanoate, EtOAc, Vinegar Naphtha

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
Molecular formula
C₄H₈O₂
CAS No.
141-78-6
EC No.
205-500-4

Applications & Uses

Markets
Base Chemicals End Uses
Applications
  • Paint, bondant, ethyl cellulose, leatherette, oiling pad colorant, rayon, etc.
  • Printing ink, artificial pearl as bondant
  • Medicine, organic acid as extracting agent
  • Textile as cleaning agent
  • Metal cleaning agent

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear, Flammable, Volatile Liquid
Odor
Fruit-Like Fragrance
Slightly Soluble in
Water
Soluble in
General Organic Solvents*
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Point-83.6°C
Boiling Point77.15°C
General Organic Solvents*

Alcohol, ester, ketone, ether, chloroform, benzene and gasoline, etc.

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
Compliance

UN NO. 1173 - Class NO. 3

Safety & Health

Toxicity and Protection
  • Slightly toxic.
  • Exposure to high concentration may cause irritation to eyes, nose, throat, and respiratory tract; and when seriously, may have an ongoing narcotic effect.
  • Maximum allowable concentration during operation is 309 ppm.
  • Highly flammable.
  • Vapor can form an explosive mixture with air.
  • Ignition and high temperature may cause fire and explosion.
  • May react intensively with oxidants.
  • Vapor is heavier than the air, and may spread from a low place to distant ignition source and flash back.
Method of Extinguishing a Fire

Use water, sand and soil, all fire extinguishers.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packing
  • Iron drums, with a net weight of 160kg each (according to the user requirement).
  • The drum should be sealed, clean and dry.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Transportation
  • Drums should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, free of insolation, and should be in compliance with the rules relating to the storage and transportation of hazardous goods.
  • During packing, storage and transportation, the drum should be checked for any leakage.