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Ethyl acetate, HPLC Grade, 99.5+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Ethyl acetate in its highly pure form is used as a solvent for spectrophotometric applications. It is most suited for HPLC instruments and spectrophotometers including UV-visible spectrophotometer, IR spectrometer and mass spectrometer. In addition, it can also be used as a solvent in column chromatography and solvent extraction. Also, it is used in glues, nail polish removers, decaffeinating tea and coffee, and cigarettes. It is present in confectioneries, perfumes, and fruits.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | °C to 84°C |
Color | Colorless |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Density | 0.902 g/cm3 |
Boiling Point | 77°C |
Quantity | 1 L |
Flash Point | -3°C (26°F) |
Ignition Point | 460°C (860°F) |
Odor | Fruit-like |
Physical Form | Liquid |
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Safety and Handling
- Ethyl acetate
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Flammable liquid Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- EUH066-Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P233-Keep container tightly closed.
- P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
- P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
- P242-Use only non-sparking tools.
- P243-Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
- P264-Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical, or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
- P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : ethyl acetate
RUO – Research Use Only
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