CAS 141-78-6 Ethyl acetate is a moderately polar organic solvent. It contains polar functional groups but lacks the ability to form hydrogen bonds, and therefore belongs to the class of non-protonic solvents with polarity intermediate between the two extremes. Due to its moderate polarity, it is widely used for extraction in analytical chemistry.
Physical & Chemical Properties of Ethyl Acetate (ETAC/EAC)
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Odor | Sweet, fruity |
| Density (20°C) | 0.897 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 77.1°C |
| Melting Point | -83.6°C |
| Flash Point | -4°C |
| Autoignition Temperature | 426°C |
| Vapor Pressure (20°C) | ~73 mmHg |
| Vapor Density | 3.04 (Air = 1) |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.372 |
| Viscosity (25°C) | 0.426 mPa·s |
| Surface Tension (20°C) | 23.9 mN/m |
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Why Is Ethyl Acetate Considered Polar?
Ethyl acetate is classified as moderately polar due to its molecular structure:
- Contains a carbonyl group (C=O) → strongly polar
- Has an ester functional group (-COO-) → contributes to dipole moment
- Molecule is not symmetrical, resulting in net polarity
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Applications Based on Its Polarity
Laboratory and Analytical Chemistry
- Ethyl Acetate/EtOAc is used as a mobile phase component in thin-layer chromatography (TLC) and column chromatography, often mixed with nonpolar solvents to separate organic compounds.
- Used in liquid-liquid extraction to separate organic substances from aqueous solutions, providing effective phase separation.
Pharmaceutical Industry
- Ethyl Acetate solvent is used for the extraction and purification of active pharmaceutical ingredients, antibiotics, and vitamins.
- Used as a tablet coating solvent; it dissolves polymers and evaporates rapidly.
Coatings, Paints, and Adhesives
- Ethyl acetate chemical is an effective solvent for resins such as nitrocellulose and acrylic resins, used in varnishes, paints, and printing inks.
- Acts as a fast-drying agent, forming a smooth, glossy, and clean surface.
Food and Personal Care
- Used in the decaffeination of coffee and tea while preserving natural flavors.
- Serves as a flavor carrier in foods, flavorings, and perfumes (approved as E1203).
- A key ingredient in nail polish removers, gentler than acetone.
Cleaning and Degreasing
Ethyl Acetate solvent is used as an industrial degreaser, dissolving oils and contaminants, for cleaning electronic equipment, machinery, and plastic parts.
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