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Ethyl acetate is used primarily as a solvent and diluent, being favored because of its low cost, low toxicity, and agreeable odor. Ethyl acetate is the ester of ethanol and acetic acid; it is manufactured on a large scale for use as a solvent.
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141-78-6
as a denaturant
as an additive to polishes
as an essence and perfume
as an auxiliary in the manufacture of glazed and transparent paper
as a solvent component in adhesives and in spread-coating compounds for artificial leather
It may be used in organic syntheses (esters, drugs) and as an extractant (extraction of water from foods in a vacuum) and cleaner (paint solvent)
Technical data
| Quantity | Value | Unit | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Properties | |||
| Refractive index | 1.371 - 1.374 | ||
| Appearance | Transparent and colorless | ||
| Physical state | Fluid | ||
| Physical Properties | |||
| Density | 0.9 - 0.903 | g/ml | |
| Water content | <0.1 | % | |
| Purity | >99.5 | % | |
| Distillation range | 76.5 - 78.5 | ºC | |
| Chemical Properties | |||
| Acidity in terms of acetic acid | <0.01 | wt% | |
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