Ethyl Acetate 99.8% is a fast-evaporating ester solvent widely used in Kenya for diluting flexographic packaging printing inks, formulating fast-drying contact adhesives, and thinning lacquers.
Ethyl Acetate 99.8% is a fast-evaporating ester solvent widely used in Kenya for diluting flexographic packaging printing inks, formulating fast-drying contact adhesives, and thinning lacquers.
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Product Code: KIC-SOL-008
Also known as: Ethyl Acetate, Ethyl Ethanoate, Acetic Ether, EA
Synonyms: EtOAc, Ethyl Ester of Acetic Acid
High-purity Ethyl Acetate solvent (99.8% Ethyl Ethanoate) for gravure printing inks, paints, lacquers, adhesives, decaffeination, and pharmaceuticals in Kenya and East Africa.
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Ethyl Acetate (CH3COOCH2CH3) is a clear, colorless, fast-evaporating ester solvent with a characteristic sweet fruity fragrance. Widely used in East Africa as a low-toxicity solvent in flexographic and rotogravure printing inks, fast-drying wood lacquers, nail polish removers, contact adhesives, and botanical extraction.
High-assay ester solvent containing 99.8% min Ethyl Ethanoate, ≤0.05% water, ≤0.005% acidity (as acetic acid), and low ethanol residue. Fast evaporation rate (RER ~4.1 vs n-BuAc=1.0) and excellent solvency for nitrocellulose, acrylics, and resins.
Flammable ester solvent dispatch requires certified dangerous goods transport logistics.
Highly flammable Class 3 liquid. Store in cool, dry, grounded chemical stores away from heat, sparks, open flames, and direct sunlight.
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes serious eye irritation. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Use explosion-proof ventilation and eye protection.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with running water for 15+ min. Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air.
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Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Ethyl Acetate 99.8% Pure for Printing Inks, Adhesives & Paints.
Ethyl Acetate 99.8% is a fast-evaporating ester solvent used in Kenya for flexographic packaging inks, industrial adhesives, wood lacquers, and pharmaceutical extractions.
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