Ethyl Acetate (EA) Plants for Sale

The major outlet for ethyl acetate (ETAC) is coatings, which accounts for 60% of demand. Process solvents, including pharmaceuticals and organic synthesis, account for 15% while printing inks are estimated at 15%. Etac is a colourless, mobile, volatile liquid, with a fruity odour. It is highly flammable, soluble in ethyl alcohol and ether but slightly soluble in water. Etac has applications as a solvent in inks for printing. It is used as an extraction solvent in the production of pharmaceuticals and food, and as a carrier solvent for herbicides. High purity product can be used as a viscosity reducer for resins used in photoresist formulations. As an active solvent, etac is available in three grades: 85-88%, 99% and 95% (urethane grade). The most popular is 99% grade which is chiefly used in industrial lacquers and enamels. Other uses of etac include adhesives and cosmetics.