IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol)
Isopropanol · 2-Propanol · Propan-2-ol
- HSN code
- 29051220
- CAS number
- 67-63-0
Ethyl Acetate
Exporter & supplier, HSN 29153100, Solvents
Ethyl acetate is a fast-evaporating ester solvent with a mild, fruity odour. It dissolves nitrocellulose, many resins and printing-ink binders, which makes it a staple in flexible packaging inks, adhesives, coatings and pharmaceutical extraction.
Also known as: Ethyl ethanoate, Acetic acid ethyl ester, EtOAc, EA
Key facts
- HSN code
- 29153100
- CAS number
- 141-78-6
- Group
- Solvents
Where is Ethyl Acetate used?
- Solvent for flexographic and gravure printing inks
- Adhesives and laminating adhesives for flexible packaging
- Nitrocellulose lacquers, wood coatings and nail-polish formulations
- Extraction and crystallisation solvent in pharmaceutical and API processing
- Decaffeination of coffee and tea, and flavour extraction
Industries
- Printing and packaging
- Adhesives
- Paints and coatings
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food processing
- Cosmetics
Packaging
- Steel or HDPE drums
- IBC totes
- ISO tank containers
- Road tankers
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Handling, storage and hazards
Handling and storage
- Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks and open flames.
- Earth and bond containers during transfer; the liquid can build up static charge.
- Keep containers tightly closed to limit evaporation and moisture pick-up, which slowly hydrolyses the ester to acetic acid and ethanol.
- Keep apart from strong oxidisers, strong acids and strong bases.
Hazards
- Highly flammable liquid and vapour; the flash point is well below room temperature (about −4 °C).
- Causes serious eye irritation.
- Vapour may cause drowsiness or dizziness in poorly ventilated spaces.
General hazard information, not a substitute for the safety data sheet.
SDS available on request
Questions about Ethyl Acetate
What is ethyl acetate mainly used for?
Mostly as a solvent for printing inks, adhesives and coatings. It is also used in pharmaceutical extraction, nail-polish removers and natural decaffeination of coffee and tea.
Is ethyl acetate the same as acetone?
No. Acetone is a ketone; ethyl acetate is an ester. Both evaporate quickly, but ethyl acetate has a fruity odour, lower water solubility and different solvency for resins, so they are not always interchangeable.
What HSN code covers ethyl acetate?
Ethyl acetate falls under HSN 29153100, the heading for ethyl acetate within esters of acetic acid.
Does ethyl acetate break down in storage?
Slowly, if water gets in. Moisture hydrolyses it to acetic acid and ethanol, which raises acidity, so keep drums sealed and dry.
Is an SDS available for ethyl acetate?
Yes. An SDS is available on request; ask for it with your quote.
Do you export Ethyl Acetate?
Yes. Goodbiz Chem exports and supplies Ethyl Acetate (HSN 29153100). Send a quote request with quantity, packaging and destination port; SDS available on request.
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Ethyl Acetate
HSN 29153100