Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
141-78-6
Name of the chemical
acetic acid, ethyl ester
Concentration
100%
General Information
Version
1.6
Revision date
2025-08-14
Product name
Ethyl Acetate
Product Synonyms
Acetidin, Acetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl acetic ester
CAS No.
141-78-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Flavors and Fragrances, Industrial use, Intermediate, Paint and Coatings, Pharmaceutical, Process/Extraction Solvent, Process material, Raw material for chemical processes, Raw material for industry, Raw material for pharmaceuticals, Solvent
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Company Information
company name
Sasol Chemicals (USA) LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
ProdSafe.Shared@sasol.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA/GHS Flammable liquids Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - Category 3 (Narcotic effects) single exposure
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair) Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide for extinction. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
Storage
P403 + P405 + P235 Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
