Ethyl Acetate
Ethyl Acetate, also known as acetic ether, acetic ester, vinegar naphtha, is a colourless liquid with
a fruity sweet odour. It is sparingly soluble in water.
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Ethyl Acetate (EAC)
Description
Ethyl Acetate, also known as acetic ether, acetic ester, vinegar naphtha, is a colourless liquid with
a fruity sweet odour. It is sparingly soluble in water.
Coatings Industry
Ethyl Acetate is widely used as a solvent in nitrocellulose lacquers production. It is widely used as a solvent in the packaging industry, particularly for printing inks on plastic-based surfaces.
Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics
Ethyl Acetate is used as an extraction solvent for intermediate raw material for the manufacture of finished drugs.
Other Applications
Ethyl Acetate is also used for organic synthesis, smokeless powders, synthetic fruit essence etc.
Technical Data Sheet
| Property | Unit | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Bright and Clear | Visual | |
| Ethyl Acetate | Wt % | Min 99.5 | ASTM D3545 |
| Ethyl Alcohol | Wt % | Max 0.15 | ASTM D3545 |
| Color (Pt - Co) | Max 10 | ASTM D1209 | |
| Water Content | Wt % | Max 0.05 | ASTM E1064 |
| Free Acid as Acetic Acid | Wt % | Max 0.004 | ASTM D1613 |
| Specific Gravity (20/20 °C) | 0.897 - 0.902 | ASTM D4052 |