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Ethyl Acetate

CAS: 141-78-6 Category: Solvents ⚠ DANGER
Also known as: Ethyl ethanoate, Acetic acid ethyl ester, EtOAc

Quick Facts

CAS Number141-78-6
Signal WordDANGER
GHS Hazard Classesflammable, harmful
NFPA RatingHealth: 1 / Flammability: 3 / Reactivity: 0
Common NamesEthyl ethanoate, Acetic acid ethyl ester, EtOAc
PubChem CID8857

Hazard Summary

⚠ DANGER: Fast-evaporating ester solvent used in nail polish, coatings, and printing inks. Pleasant fruity odor may give false sense of safety. Vapours form explosive mixtures.

GHS Hazard Pictograms

🔥 Flammable ⚠ Harmful/Irritant

Hazard Statements (H-codes)

H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation
H336 – May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary Statements (P-codes)

P210 – Keep away from heat/ignition
P261 – Avoid breathing vapours
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for 15 min

First Aid Measures (Section 4)

👁 Eye Contact
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐 Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water. Causes defatting with repeated contact.
🫁 Inhalation
Move to fresh air. High concentrations cause CNS depression.
🫦 Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222).

Storage & Handling

🔒 Storage & Handling: Flammable storage cabinet. Incompatible with strong oxidizers, nitrates, and alkalis.

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses
Nitrile gloves
Organic vapour respirator in enclosed spaces
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