Ethyl Acetate (CH3COOCH2CH3)

Ethyl Acetate (CH3COOCH2CH3) is a colorless liquid which finds application in nail polish removers, glues, and as decaffeinating agent for tea & coffee. It is an ester of ethanol & acetic acid having slightly fruity odor. This compound has chemical formula C4H8O2 and molecular mass of 88.11 g/mol. Ethyl Acetate (CH3COOCH2CH3) is most commonly used in column chromatography and extractions. It also finds application as asphyxiant agent for insect killing purpose.

Features:

Specifications :

• Formula : C₄H₈O₂
• CAS : 141-78-6
• MW : 88. 11

 

• Pleasant smell like that of glues or nail polish remover
• Volatile
• Relatively non-toxic
• Non-hygroscopic
• As a solvent in chemical industry
• To decaffeinate coffee beans and tea leaves
• In paints as an activator or hardener
• Effective poison for use in insect collecting and study
• Used during the preparation of photographic films and plates
• Used as a drug intermediate