Ethyl Acetate 99% Pure Industrial Grade
Ethyl acetate is a colorless, volatile ester of acetic acid and ethanol, classified under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester. It is widely used as a solvent in coatings, adhesives, and inks due to its low toxicity and fast evaporation rate.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with >2% other solvents for specific industrial formulations
Mixtures of organic solvents not chemically defined as single esters fall under prepared chemical preparations in Chapter 38.
If put up solely as a solvent in retail paint/varnish preparations
Solvents incorporated into paints and varnishes for retail sale are classified based on the paint composition under Chapter 32.
If formulated as an organic composite solvent for industrial retail sale
Retail-packaged organic composite solvents shift to Chapter 38 rather than pure esters.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate (99% min) and ensure UN-approved packaging for flammable liquids; Common pitfall: mislabeling as non-hazardous skips DOT compliance
• Include SDS for customs clearance
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USP Grade Ethyl Acetate for Pharmaceuticals
This high-purity ethyl acetate meets USP standards for use in pharmaceutical extraction and purification processes, falling under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as ethyl acetate ester. Its low water content ensures stability in drug manufacturing.
Technical Grade Ethyl Acetate for Nail Polish
Technical grade ethyl acetate serves as the primary solvent in nail polish formulations, classified under HTS 2915.31.00.00 for its pure ester composition. It provides quick drying and glossy finish in cosmetics.
Ethyl Acetate with Stabilizer for Adhesives
Stabilized ethyl acetate prevents peroxide formation during storage, used in glue and adhesive manufacturing under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as an ester with added stabilizer for transport. Meets Chapter 29 note (f) for preservation additives.
Lab Grade Ethyl Acetate 99.5% for Chromatography
HPLC-grade ethyl acetate with 99.5% purity is essential for chromatographic separations in analytical labs, classified as ethyl acetate under HTS 2915.31.00.00. Its low residue ensures accurate results.
Industrial Ethyl Acetate for Printing Inks
This ethyl acetate is formulated for flexographic printing inks, providing rapid drying under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as a pure acetic acid ester. Its volatility suits high-speed presses.
Ethyl Acetate Pure for Food Extraction
FCC-grade ethyl acetate extracts flavors and essences from food products, classified under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as ethyl ester compliant with food chemical codex. Residual levels are GRAS by FDA.