Ethyl acetate (CAS 141-78-6) is a fast-evaporating industrial solvent widely used in coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its strong solvency and balanced volatility.
In coatings applications, ethyl acetate is used as a main formulation solvent to improve flow, leveling, and film formation performance. Its boiling point is 77.1°C, which allows rapid evaporation during drying and helps shorten production time in industrial coating lines, especially for automotive and wood coatings where fast surface curing is required.
In printing inks, ethyl acetate is commonly used in flexographic and gravure ink systems to dissolve resins and control drying speed. With an evaporation rate higher than many glycol ether solvents, it supports high-speed printing operations and helps maintain stable color consistency in continuous packaging printing, such as plastic films and labels.
In adhesive production, ethyl acetate functions as a key solvent for pressure-sensitive and contact adhesive systems. Its strong dissolving ability for acrylic and rubber-based resins ensures uniform viscosity control, while its low boiling point of 77.1°C enables quick bonding strength development after application in packaging and industrial assembly processes.
In chemical manufacturing, ethyl acetate is also used as an intermediate solvent in organic synthesis and polymer processing. With a density of 0.902 g/cm³ at 20°C, it provides stable blending behavior in multi-solvent systems and is compatible with ethanol, acetone, and ether in various industrial formulations.
In storage and handling conditions, ethyl acetate requires controlled safety management due to its flash point of −4°C. Industrial facilities typically store it in sealed containers under well-ventilated conditions below 30–37°C, with explosion-proof equipment used in production and storage areas to reduce ignition risk.
Tianjin Gnee Biotech Co., Ltd. as an industrial ethyl acetate supplier and manufacturer, we provide bulk supply in 180kg drums and ISO tanks, with a loading capacity of approximately 14.4–14.8 tons per 20' FCL depending on packaging configuration. Customized packaging solutions are also available to meet different logistics and end-user requirements, supporting stable industrial procurement.
In international trade supply, ethyl acetate is typically produced under continuous batch-controlled processes to ensure consistent purity and stable solvent performance. Each shipment is generally accompanied by COA and SDS documentation, ensuring compliance with industrial and chemical safety requirements for global markets.
