ETHYL ACETATE

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Overview

Ethyl Acetate by Kyros Immpex Private Limited, Pune, India, is a high-grade chemical compound belonging to the ester family. Ethyl Acetate, with its unique chemical properties and widespread applications across various industries, is a clear, colorless liquid known for its pleasant, fruity odor. Manufactured to meet the highest quality standards, Kyros Immpex ensures that every batch adheres to stringent specifications and undergoes thorough testing.

Chemical Formula and Composition

The chemical formula for Ethyl Acetate is C4H8O2. Its molecular structure consists of an ethyl group connected to an acetate group, which gives it distinct chemical properties suitable for various industrial applications.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance and Color

• Appearance: Clear and colorless liquid.
• Color APHA: The color should not exceed 10 APHA units; Kyros Immpex Ethyl Acetate has a color rating of 6 APHA units, indicating high purity.

Purity and Content

• Ester Content: Ethyl Acetate from Kyros Immpex maintains an ester content of at least 99.80%, with the specific batch tested showing a content of 99.92%.
• Water Content: Ensuring minimal water contamination, the water content is held below 0.10%, with the actual result being 0.0254%.

Acidity

• Acidity (as Acetic Acid): The acidity level, measured as acetic acid, is kept to a maximum of 0.01%, with an actual measurement of 0.0036% in the specified batch to ensure the integrity and performance of the product.

Other Key Parameters

• Alcohol Content: Kept to a maximum of 0.05%, with the product having an alcohol content of 0.0100%.
• Relative Density (@ 27°C): The relative density range is 0.894 to 0.898, and the actual result for the batch is 0.895, aligning perfectly within the specified range to ensure consistency in formulation and use.
• Residue on Evaporation: Ensures minimal residue post-evaporation, limited to 0.01%, with the actual result being 0.003% for enhanced quality control.

Specifications and Test Methods

• Batch Number: KYNPEA 2022
• Manufacturing Date: September 2022
• Expiry Date: September 2023
• HS Code: 29153100
• UN Number: 1173
• CAS Number: 141-78-6
• Hazard Class: 3
• Packing Group: II

Each parameter is tested and validated using rigorous test methods:

1. Appearance: FPT/STP/27
2. Color APHA: FPT/STP/05
3. Ester Content: FPT/STP/31
4. Water Content: FPT/STP/08
5. Acidity as Acetic Acid: FPT/STP/06
6. Alcohol Content: FPT/STP/31
7. Relative Density: FPT/STP/16
8. Residue on Evaporation: FPT/STP/23

Applications

Industrial Applications

• Solvent: Widely used in paints, coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its effectiveness as a solvent.
• Extraction Agent: Employed in the process of extraction, particularly in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
• Synthetic Resins: Integral in the production of synthetic resins and plastics.
• Printing Industry: Essential for flexographic and rotogravure printing processes.

Laboratory Use

• Analytical Reagent: Ethyl Acetate is used as an analytical reagent in laboratories for chromatographic separation and analytical extraction.
• Purification: It assists in the purification of various chemical compounds due to its solvent properties.

Safety and Handling

Hazard Classification

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
• Packing Group: II

Ethyl Acetate is classified as a hazardous material due to its flammable nature. Proper safety protocols must be followed:

• Storage: Store in a cool, ventilated area away from open flames and sources of ignition.
• Handling: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves and goggles when handling to prevent skin and eye contact.
• Spill Management: In case of spills, evacuate the area and ventilate. Use non-sparking tools to clean up the material and dispose of it according to environmental regulations.

Environmental Impact

Ethyl Acetate is known for its relatively low toxicity compared to other solvents; however, it should still be handled with care to prevent environmental contamination.

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