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Sasol Ethyl Acetate

Sasol is a supplier of Ethyl Acetate of 99.80% mass purity. Used as a solvent in surface coatings, inks, adhesives, and personal care products and as a process / extraction medium. Good solvent for a variety of resins, including epoxies, urethanes, cellulosics, acrylics, and vinyls. Used in coatings for wood furniture, wood fixtures, wood maintenance, containers, closures, auto refinishing, and marine applications. General solvent which finds application in the formulation of perfumes and nail polish removers. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Ethyl Acetate

CAS Number: 141-78-6

Purity (Assay): 99.8 - 99.8 %

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

Esters

Chemical Name

Ethyl Acetate

Base Chemicals Functions

Solvent

CASE Ingredients Functions

Solvent

CAS No.
141-78-6
EC No.
205-500-4
Technologies

Base Chemicals & Intermediates,

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Solvents

Esters

CASE Ingredients — Solvents & Carriers

Esters & Ethers

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Consumer Goods,

Industrial,

Paints & Coatings

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Automotive & Transportation

Vehicle Refinish

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing,

Resin Manufacturing

Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes

Vehicle Refinish

Consumer Goods — Furniture

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Furniture Coatings,

Metal Coatings

Automotive & Transportation — Transportation

Marine

Applicable Processes

Acrylic Resins Manufacturing,

Cellulose Manufacturing,

Epoxy Resin Manufacturing

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Wood

Base Chemicals End Uses

Adhesives,

Coatings,

Inks

Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Solvent in inks
  • Solvent in cosmetic preparations
  • Solvent in adhesives
  • Solvent in surface coatings
  • Process and extraction medium
  • Solvent for resins (epoxies, urethanes, cellulosics acrylics and vinyl)
  • Coatings for wood furniture and fixtures
  • Coatings for containers and closures, auto refinishing, wood maintenance and marine

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Odor
Ester-like
Appearance
Clear
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acidity (as CH3COOH)max. 0.005mass %ASTM D1613, ISO 2887
Ethyl Actetate (Dry Basis)min. 99.8mass %GC
Ethonal (Dry Basis)max. 200mg/kgGC
Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Initial Boiling Point77°CASTM D1078, ISO 918
Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Dry Point80°CASTM D1078, ISO 918
Residue on Evaporation1.8mg/100mlASTM D1353, ISO 759
Purity (Wet Basis)min. 99.8wt%GC
Density at 20°C0.899-0.901g/mlASTM D4052, ISO 12185
Watermax. 300mass %ASTM E1064, ISO 760
Colourmax. 5Pt-CoASTM D1209, ISO 6271

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

AICS (Australia),

CHINV (Switzerland),

DSL (Canada),

EINECS (EU),

ENCS (Japan),

IECSC (China),

INSQ (Mexico),

ISHL (Japan),

KECI (Korea),

NECI Listed (Taiwan),

NZIoC (New Zealand),

PICCS (Phillipines),

TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Storage And Handling

Safe Handling Advice

  • Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.