Ethyl Acetate

Description

• Chemical Name: Ethyl Acetate
• Chemical Formula: C4H8O2
• CAS Number: 141-78-6

Physical Properties

• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Odor: Fruity odor
• Boiling Point: 77.1 °C (170.8 °F)
• Melting Point: -83.6 °C (-118.5 °F)
• Density: Approximately 0.902 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Flash Point: 16 °C (61 °F)
• Vapor Pressure: 11.7 kPa at 20 °C (68 °F)

Applications

• Solvent: Widely used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and adhesives.
• Aroma: Utilized in the food and fragrance industries for its fruity scent.
• Laboratory Use: Employed in chemical analyses and as a solvent for various reactions.
• Cleaning Agent: Used in nail polish removers and other cleaning products.