Ethyl acetate
Also known as: Acetic acid ethyl ester, Acetic ether, Ethyl ethanoate, Acetoxyethane, Ethylacetate, Vinegar naphtha
Ethyl acetate (CAS 141-78-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molecular weight of 88.105 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −84 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 73.9±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -3.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 141-78-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-44581-2
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 88.105 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −84 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 73.9±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -3.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.71 |
| Additional Property | 3 (20 °C, vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 111.7±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.373 |
| Additional Property | 80 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915390090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915390090. esters of acetic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl acetate?
The CAS number of Ethyl acetate is 141-78-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl acetate?
Ethyl acetate has molecular formula C4H8O2 and molecular weight 88.105 g/mol.
Is Ethyl acetate hazardous?
Ethyl acetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl acetate?
For Ethyl acetate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, acetic acid, ch3cho; Downstream Products: Ethyl 4,7-dihydro-7-oxopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidine-3-carboxylate, 1-Phenyl-2,4-pentanedione, 6-bromo-2-methoxynicotinic acid.
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