Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
141-78-6
Name of the chemical
acetic acid, ethyl ester
Concentration
50-90
General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
ETHYL ACETATE/ PENTANE SOLUTION
Product Synonyms
No information available
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements Highly flammable liquid and vapor May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep cool Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Do NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Respiratory system. Aspiration Toxicity