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EC/CAS
141-78-6
Name of the chemical
acetic acid, ethyl ester
Concentration
>95
General Information
Revision date
2009-10-13
Product name
Ethyl acetate
Product Synonyms
Acetic acid ethyl ester
CAS No.
141-78-6
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Signal word
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Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
DANGER! Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Irritating to eyes. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause skin and respiratory tract irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Appearance Colorless Physical State Liquid odor sweet Target Organs Skin, Respiratory system, Eyes, Central nervous system (CNS), Blood, Liver
Potential health effects
Acute Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes Irritating to eyes. Skin May cause irritation. May be harmful in contact with skin. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Inhalation Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. May cause central nervous system effects. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Potential chronic health
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause adverse liver effects. See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Preexisting eye disorders. Skin disorders.