Ethyl acetate ACS PurReagent, >=99.8%

PurReagent


Synonym:  EtOAc,ACETIC ETHER
Linear Formula:  C4H8O2
Molecular Weight:  88.11g/mol
CAS Number: 141-78-6

Properties

Vapour pressure 73 mm Hg (20 °C)
Autoignition temp. 801‚°F
Explosion limit 2.2-11.5 %, 38 °F
Assay Purity >= 99.8%
Refractive index n20/D 1.3720 (lit.)
B pt. 76.5-77.5°C (lit.)
M pt. - 84°C (lit.)
Density 0.902 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H319,H336
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P242 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1173

Description

Application
It is widely used as a solvent in paints coatings adhesives nail polish removers pharmaceuticals and in extraction processes in laboratories and industries.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to dissolve a wide range of substances efficiently making it useful in formulations and chemical processes requiring a fast-evaporating solvent.

General Description
Ethyl acetate is a colorless volatile organic solvent with a sweet fruity odor. It is an ester formed from ethanol and acetic acid and is highly flammable with good solvency for many organic compounds.