Ethyl Acetate (99.9%)

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Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl Acetate is a colorless organic compound with sweet smell. It is the ester of ethanol and acetic acid, and manufactured on a large scale of use as  a solvent.

Ethyl acetate is used in a variety of coating formulations such as epoxies, urethanes, cellulosic’s, acrylics and vinyls. Applications for these coatings are numerous including wood furniture and fixtures, agricultural, construction and mining equipment, auto refinishing, and maintenance and marine uses.

Ethyl acetate has applications as a solvent in inks for flexographic and rotogravure printing. It is used as an extraction solvent in the production of pharmaceuticals and food, and as a carrier solvent for herbicides. High purity product can be used as a viscosity reducer for resins used in photo resist formulations in the electronics industry.

Ethyl acetate  is primarily used 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 (acetone and Acetonitrile are also used). 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.

Occurrence in wines

Ethyl acetate  is the most common ester in wine, being the product of the most common volatile organic acid — acetic acid and the ethyl alcohol generated during the fermentation. The aroma of Ethyl acetate is most vivid in younger wines and contributes towards the general perception of “fruitiness” in the wine. Sensitivity varies; with most people having a perception threshold around 120 mg/L. Excessive amounts of Ethyl acetate are considered a wine fault. Exposure to oxygen can exacerbate the fault due to the oxidation of ethanol to acetaldehyde, which leaves the wine with a sharp vinegar-like taste.

Specification

Type : Pharmaceutical Ingredient                                                           Grade: Industrial Grade

CAS No: 141-78-6                                                                                  HS code: 29153100

Molecular Formula: C4H8O2                                                                  Molecular weight: 88.11 grams

Melting Point: -83.6 C                                                                             Boiling Point: 77.1 C

Smell: Fruity                                                                                            Taste: Other

Physical form: Liquid                                                                              Appearance: Clear

Ph level: 7                                                                                               Color :  colorless

Shelf Life: 5 years                                                                                   Storage: Room Temprature

Application

Paint and Adhesives

Extraction

Cleaning

Electroplating

Laboratory Chemicals

Semiconductors

Wood stains and Warnish

Printing and Inks