Structure of ethyl acetate (Eac/Ea) solvent: Ethyl acetate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C₄H₈O₂, composed of four carbon atoms, eight hydrogen atoms, and two oxygen atoms.
What is the Molecular Structure of ethyl acetate Solvent?
Ethyl acetate (Eac/Ea) has the molecular formula C₄H₈O₂, with the molecular structure shown below:
The ethyl acetate molecule consists of an acetic acid group and an ethyl ester group. The carboxyl group (-COOH) in the acetic acid group is a polar functional group capable of forming hydrogen bonds and participating in intermolecular interactions. The ethoxy group (-OCH₂CH₃) in the ethyl ester group is a nonpolar functional group that does not participate in hydrogen bonding or intermolecular interactions. Therefore, the ethyl acetate molecule contains both polar and nonpolar bonds.
Is ethyl acetate (Eac/Ea) a polar solvent?
The polar properties of ethyl acetate solvent are primarily determined by the acetic acid group. The carboxyl group within the acetic acid moiety can form hydrogen bonds and interact with other polar molecules. This indicates that ethyl acetate is a moderately polar solvent. Additionally, the ethyl acetate molecule contains both a polar C=O bond and a nonpolar C-C bond. In chemical reactions, the polar nature of the C=O bond influences interactions between reactant molecules, making ethyl acetate also an organic solvent.
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ethyl acetate (Eac/Ea) Specification
| Product name | Ethyl acetate |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Boiling point | 124-126 °C(350.25 K) |
| Density | 0.88 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Melting point | -78 ºC(189.55 K) |
| Viscosity | 0.734(20 °C) |
| Flash point | 33 °C |
| Solubility | 5.3g/l |
| Water solubility | 0.7 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
| Refractive index | 1.3941 |
| Freezing point | -77.9 ºC |
Packaging of ethyl acetate (Eac/Ea) CAS 141-78-6
| Packaging Type | Net Weight | Loading Quantity (20' FCL) |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic / Steel Drum | 30 kg | 720 drums |
| Plastic / Steel Drum | 220 kg | 80 drums |
| IBC Drum | 1,050 kg | 20 drums |
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