Description
1. Introduction of Ethyl acetate
Ethyl acetate (ETHYL acetate), with chemical formula C4H8O2 and molecular weight 88.11, is a functional group -COOR ester (double bond between carbon and oxygen) that can undergo alcoholysis, ammonolysis, transesterification, reduction and other common ester reactions. Low toxicity, sweet taste, high concentration from irritating smell, volatile, with excellent solubility, quick drying, a wide range of uses, is an important organic chemical raw materials and industrial solvents. Belong to the first class inflammable goods, should be stored in low temperature ventilation place, away from the ignition source. It is usually prepared by esterification of acetic acid and ethanol in the laboratory.
2. Properties of Ethyl acetate
2.1 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram |   |
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | Highly flammable liquid and vapor |
| Harmful if swallowed | |
| Causes severe eye damage | |
| May cause respiratory irritation | |
| Precautionary statement(s) | Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling |
| Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product | |
| Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area | |
| Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray | |
| Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection | |
| Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – NO Smoking | |
| Keep container tightly closed | |
| Ground/bond container and receiving equipment | |
| Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment | |
| Use only non-sparking tools | |
| Take precautionary measures against static discharge | |
| Response | If skin (or hair) is contaminated: remove all soiled clothing immediately. Wash skin/shower with water. |
| If inhaled: Move the person to fresh air and maintain comfortable breathing position. Call emergency services/doctors if you feel unwell. | |
| If in eyes: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if they are worn and can be easily removed. Continue flushing. | |
| If eye irritation persists: Seek medical attention. | |
| Fire: use dry sand, dry powder or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| Storage | Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep container closed. |
| Store in a well-ventilated area. Keep it cold. | |
| Lock the storage area. | |
| Disposal | Send contents/containers to an approved waste treatment plant for disposal. |
