ETHYL ACETATE- ▸ Coatings: Solvent for nitrocellulose, varnishes, and lacquers
- ▸ Printing inks: Carrier solvent for flexographic and gravure inks
- ▸ Extraction: Extraction medium and chromatography solvent
- ▸ Adhesives: Solvent in adhesive formulations
- ▸ Cleaning: Component of industrial cleaners and surface preparations
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Ethyl acetate (CAS 141-78-6) is a fast-evaporating acetate ester solvent. It is widely used as a solvent for surface coatings, nitrocellulose, varnishes, and lacquers, in printing inks, and as an extraction and chromatography medium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are ethyl acetate and acetone the same?
No. Ethyl acetate (CAS 141-78-6, C4H8O2) is an acetate ester; acetone is a ketone (C3H6O). Both are fast-evaporating industrial solvents, but they differ in chemistry, evaporation rate, and solvency. Ethyl acetate is commonly chosen for nitrocellulose and coatings work.
What is another name for ethyl acetate?
Ethyl acetate is also called ethyl ethanoate and is sometimes abbreviated EtOAc. It is the ethyl ester of acetic acid (CAS 141-78-6).
Why is ethyl acetate used as a solvent?
It is a fast-evaporating acetate ester solvent used for surface coatings, nitrocellulose, varnishes, and lacquers, in flexographic and gravure printing inks, as an extraction and chromatography medium, and in adhesives and industrial cleaners. Its rapid evaporation and broad organic solvency drive these uses.
How is ethyl acetate shipped, and what is its UN number?
Ethyl acetate ships under UN 1173 as a flammable liquid. RawSource supplies it in bulk — drums, totes/IBCs, and larger volumes — with CoA and SDS provided. Refer to the SDS for full transport and handling classification.
What is the cost of bulk ethyl acetate?
Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging, and volume and tracks solvent markets. Submit a bulk RFQ with your specification and quantity for a current quote; we do not list spot prices.
