Ethyl Acetate
General Info 
CAS Number:
Molecular Formula:
Molecular Weight:
Classifications:
141-78-6
C4H8O2                                                        
88.11
Ester, Solvent

Synonyms:
EtAc: acetic acid, ethyl ester; ethanoic acid, ethyl ester; ethyl ethanoate; ethyl acetic ester; acetidin

Description:
Colorless liquid with a fruity characteristic "ester" odor.
Water solubility, grams/liter
Density, grams per milliliter
Pounds per gallon
Boiling point
Flash point (closed cup)
Freezing point
78
0.900
7.50                                                                 
77°C
--4°C
--83°C

Product Uses

Ethyl acetate is used as a solvent in oil-based lacquers and enamels (especialy in polyurethane finishes) and in inks and adhesives. It is also used as a solvent in many chemical processes.

Regulatory Numbers
Index Number:  607-022-00-5
EINECS Number:  205-500-4
UN Number: 1173

Manufacturing Sites
Region                                 City
North America                     USA Pampa, TX, Mexico Cangejera
Europe
Asia                                       Singapore Jurong Island

Packaging
Bulk

Other Information
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