Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl Acetate is a fast-evaporating, low-toxicity solvent widely used in adhesives, coatings, printing inks, pharmaceuticals, and general industrial manufacturing. Known for its pleasant fruity odour, excellent solvency power, and quick drying properties, ethyl acetate is one of the most versatile and commonly used organic solvents globally.

Supplied by GKE Fair Chem, our high-quality ethyl acetate meets stringent industrial and commercial standards, and is suitable for both bulk consumption and customised OEM blending.

Key Features

• High-purity ethyl acetate (≥99.5%)
• Fast evaporation, ideal for quick-drying systems
• Good solvency for resins, polymers, adhesives, and coatings
• Low viscosity and excellent flow properties
• Pleasant odour and low toxicity
• Compatible with a wide range of organic solvents
• Suitable for large-scale production and OEM repacking

Common Applications

Coatings & Paints

• Automotive and industrial coatings
• Nitrocellulose lacquers
• General-purpose paint formulations
• Fast-drying spray paints

Adhesives

• Shoe glue and contact adhesives
• Packaging adhesives
• Lamination adhesives
• Rubber and polymer adhesive systems

Printing & Inks

• Flexographic and rotogravure printing inks
• Cleaning of rollers and printing plates
• Solvent blends for ink formulation

Pharmaceuticals & Extraction

• Solvent for APIs and intermediates
• Herbal and botanical extraction
• Purification processes

General Industrial Use

• Cleaning and degreasing applications
• Solvent replacement in eco-friendly blends
• OEM chemical formulations

Packaging Options

• 25L Jerrycan
• 200L Drum
• 1000L IBC Tank