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ETHYL ACETATE
ICSC: 0367
Peer-Review Status: 10.09.1997 Validated
Acetic acid, ethyl ester
Acetic ether 
CAS #: 141-78-6 RTECS #: AH5425000
UN #: 1173
EC #: 607-022-00-5
EINECS #: 205-500-4
 		    Formula: C4H8O2 / CH3COOC2H5
Molecular mass: 88.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Highly flammable.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Use AFFF, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Use non-sparking handtools.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!   
Inhalation Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat. Unconciousness. Weakness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Dry skin.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.   
EC Classification
Symbol: F, Xi; R: 11-36-66-67; S: (2)-16-26-33 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-30S1173.
NFPA Code: H1; F3; R0.  		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. Well closed. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. 

Chemical dangers
Heating may cause violent combustion or explosion. Decomposes under the influence of UV light, acids and bases. Reacts with strong oxidants, bases and acids. Attacks aluminium and plastics. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 400ppm as TWA; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: 400 ppm, 1500 mg/m³; Peak limitation category: I(2); Pregnancy risk group: C; (DFG 2004). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The liquid defats the skin. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 77°C
Melting point: -84°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.9
Solubility in water: very good
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 10
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0
Flash point: -4°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 427°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.2-11.5
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.73   		 

NOTES
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.
Acetidin, Vinegar naphtha are trade names.
Card has been partly updated in October 2004.
See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Ethyl acetate (FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series 44a)
       ETHYL ACETATE (JECFA Evaluation)