Ethyl Acetate in Brief
Ethyl acetate is an ester of ethanol and acetic acid, formula C₄H₈O₂. It evaporates quickly, dissolves many resins and polymers, and is generally seen as a lower-hazard solvent than several older ones. It is still highly flammable, with a flash point below room temperature.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 141-78-6 |
| Packing | 185 kg (refill) and 210 kg (intact) drums |
| Form | Clear, colourless liquid, fruity smell |
| Documents | MSDS with every order; COA on request |
For the full specification, see our ethyl acetate product page. More background is on PubChem and Wikipedia.
Ethyl Acetate Manufacturer in Assam: How Many Drums Should You Hold?
Holding too little means a stopped line. Holding too much means more flammable liquid on site, more evaporation and more risk. For Assam, the right answer sits between the two, and it depends on how uncertain your delivery is.
A simple way to work it out:
- Find your monthly use in drums.
- Estimate the worst delay you have seen on a delivery, in weeks.
- Hold a buffer equal to that delay, and no more.
Example (illustrative numbers, not a customer): a unit uses 4 drums of 210 kg a month, which is 840 kg, or about 930 litres. If a bad monsoon delivery can run two weeks late, the buffer is about half a month, so 2 drums. The unit would order when stock falls to about 2 drums plus whatever it needs for the days until the new load arrives.
| Drum | Net weight | Approx. volume |
|---|---|---|
| Refill drum | 185 kg | about 205 litres |
| Intact drum | 210 kg | about 233 litres |
Volumes assume a density of about 0.90 kg per litre.
If your monthly use is only a drum or two, a buffer of a single drum may be enough. If it is large, discuss a regular supply plan with us. Because of the distance, we don’t promise a fixed delivery time. We confirm it with your quote, based on your town and the season.
What a Delay Costs vs What Extra Stock Costs
It helps to compare the two risks honestly.
| Running short | Holding extra stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Direct cost | Idle line, missed orders | Money tied up in solvent |
| Safety | Pressure to use a wrong substitute | More flammable liquid on site |
| Quality | Rush substitutions can hurt finish | Solvent can pick up moisture in humid weather |
| Rules | None | Larger quantities can raise licence questions |
For most small units, a modest buffer beats both extremes. Check with your safety officer, because the right quantity depends on your site and on what your licence allows.
Keeping Ethyl Acetate in Good Condition Through the Monsoon
Ethyl acetate takes in moisture from damp air. Over time, water can break it down slowly into ethanol and acetic acid, which changes how it behaves in your paint, ink or adhesive.
- Keep bungs tight. Reseal straight after every use.
- Use opened drums first, and use them promptly.
- Raise the drums on a platform, above any level water has reached on your site.
- Keep them away from drains and low ground.
- Store them in shade, in a ventilated area away from heat and sparks.
- Check drums after heavy rain or flooding before you move or open them.
If a flood threatens your store, speak to your safety officer first. Do not move a leaking drum without protection.
Who Uses Ethyl Acetate
Ethyl acetate is used in paints and lacquers, printing inks, adhesives, cleaning products and some pharma processing, and distributors supply it to smaller units. Assam has plywood, paint and printing activity, among other industries, but this describes where the chemical is used in general, not a list of our Assam customers. If you are in one of these groups, the planning advice above is for you.
Buyers in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Jorhat, Silchar, Nagaon and other Assam towns can place orders. If you also need a denaturant or bittering agent, see crotonaldehyde in Assam, denatonium benzoate in Assam and denatonium saccharide in Assam. Other solvents are on our acetone and methanol pages.
Fire Safety and Rules
Ethyl acetate is highly flammable. Its vapour is heavier than air, so it can travel along the floor to a spark.
- Keep drums tightly closed in a cool, ventilated area, away from heat, flames and oxidisers.
- Earth and bond drums during transfer and use non-sparking tools.
- Keep suitable fire extinguishers near the store.
- Wear gloves and goggles, and avoid long exposure to vapour. High levels can cause dizziness.
Flammable-liquid storage may need approval from PESO, depending on quantity. For environmental consent and waste solvent handling, check with the Pollution Control Board, Assam. We can’t tell you which approvals your site needs, because that depends on your quantity and activity. Please confirm with your compliance adviser or the authority.
How to Order
Send us your drum size, monthly use, the longest delay you have seen on past deliveries, and your delivery town through our Contact page. We reply with details and a quote, and we confirm the dispatch plan and delivery time with it. MSDS comes with every shipment, and a COA is available on request. If another solvent would suit your process better, we will tell you.
Ethyl Acetate Manufacturer in Assam: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a reliable ethyl acetate manufacturer in Assam?
Look for a supplier with clear drum sizes, proper safety documents and honest advice on planning stock. Shivam Industries supplies ethyl acetate in 185 kg and 210 kg drums to buyers in Assam, with MSDS with every order.
How many drums should I keep in stock in Assam?
Work out your monthly use, estimate the longest delay you have seen on a delivery, and hold a buffer equal to that delay. For example, a unit using 4 drums a month with a two-week worst-case delay might hold about 2 drums. Check your quantity against your licence and your safety officer’s advice.
How long does delivery to Assam take?
It depends on your town and the season, and the monsoon can add delays. We confirm the delivery time with your quote.
What is ethyl acetate used for?
As a solvent in paints, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cleaning products and some pharma processes.
What is the CAS number of ethyl acetate?
141-78-6.
What drum sizes do you offer?
185 kg (refill) and 210 kg (intact).
How many litres are in a drum?
Roughly 205 litres in a 185 kg drum and 233 litres in a 210 kg drum, based on a density of about 0.90 kg per litre.
Is ethyl acetate flammable?
Yes, highly. Keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames.
How do I store it during the monsoon?
Keep bungs tight, raise drums off the floor and away from drains, use opened drums first, and check them after heavy rain or flooding.
What documents come with an order?
MSDS with every shipment. A COA is available on request.
What is the minimum order quantity, and can I get a sample?
Both depend on your requirement. Contact us and we confirm them with your quote.
Looking for a trusted ethyl acetate manufacturer in Assam? Tell us your drum size, monthly use and delivery town, and we will reply with details and a quote.