Safety data sheet for Ethyl acetate

1.1 Product identifier

Product identifier: Ethyl Acetate

Chemical name (IUPAC): ethyl acetate

CAS number: 141-78-6

PubChem CID reference: 8857

Synonyms: ETHYL ACETATE; Ethyl ethanoate; Acetic acid ethyl ester; Vinegar naphtha; Acetoxyethane; Acetic ether; Ethyl acetic ester; Acetic acid, ethyl ester; Acetidin; Ethylacetate

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Relevant identified uses: Laboratory reagent, industrial processing aid, formulation component, and internal product-stewardship review subject to supplier confirmation.

Uses advised against: Consumer, medical, food, or any other use not covered by the supplier's label, technical instructions, or exposure scenario.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification basis: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Appendix A, aligned to the GHS Rev. 7 hazard classes.

Classification: Flammable Liquid, Category 2 (Flam. Liq. 2) [H225]

Classification: Eye Irritation, Category 2 (Eye Irrit. 2) [H319]

Classification: Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure, Category 3 (STOT SE 3) [H336]

2.2 Label elements

Signal word: Danger

GHS pictograms: GHS02 (Flammable), GHS07 (Exclamation)

Hazard statement: H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor.

Hazard statement: H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

Hazard statement: H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary statement: P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

Precautionary statement: P264+P265: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.

Precautionary statement: P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection, and hearing protection.

Precautionary statement: P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.

Precautionary statement: P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.

Precautionary statement: P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical form: Liquid

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

Odor: Sweet, fruity

Boiling point: 75-78°C

Melting point: -83.5°C

Flash point: -4°C closed cup

Density: 0.902 g/cm³ at 20°C

Vapor pressure: 103 mbar at 20°C

Water solubility: 80 g/L at 25°C (Source: PubChem / HSDB; Fisher supplier SDS standard)

Log Pow (log Kow): 0.73

Vapor density: 3.04 (air = 1)

Lower explosive limit: 2%

Upper explosive limit: 12%

Auto-ignition temperature: 427°C

Viscosity: 0.45 cP at 20°C

pH: Not applicable

9.2 Other information

Other information: Additional classification-supporting physical hazard data should be confirmed from the customer-specific product specification where required.