[L10925] CAS 141-78-6 | Ethyl acetate, 99%

CAS : 141-78-6
UN# : UN1173
MDL : MFCD00009171
Hazard Class : 3
EINECS : 205-500-4
Packing Group : II

Other name :

Acetic acid ethyl ester

Chemical Properties

Formula : C4H8O2
Formula weight : 88.11
Melting Point : -84°
Boiling Point : 76-77°
Flash point : -3°(26°F)
Density : 0.902
Refractive Index : 1.3720
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Solubility : Miscible with ethanol, acetone, diethyl ether and benzene.

Applications

Ethyl acetate is widely used as a solvent in cleaning of the circuit board. It is most suited for HPLC instruments and spectrophotometers including the UV-visible spectrophotometer, the IR spectrometer and the mass spectrometer. In addition, it can also be used as a solvent in column chromatography and solvent extraction. It is also used in glues, nail polish removers, decaffeinating tea and coffee and in cigarettes. It is present in confectioneries, perfumes and fruits.

Grade Specifications

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H225-H319-H336Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P241-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other References :

Beilstein : 506104Merck : 14,3757
UN# : UN1173