About Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl acetate (CH3COOC2H5) is one of the highest-volume industrial ester solvents, valued for its fast evaporation, low toxicity relative to aromatic solvents, and clean fruity odour. It dissolves resins, nitrocellulose, coatings and adhesives, and serves as an extraction and reaction solvent in pharmaceutical and flavour manufacture and as a decaffeination solvent.

Ethyl acetate is sourced globally at large scale, and dependable supply is as much about consistent purity, low water/acidity and documentation as chemistry. Ethyl acetate (CAS 141-78-6) is TSCA-listed, GRAS as a flavouring under 21 CFR 182.60, and carries USP-NF and Ph.Eur. monographs.

Industrial buyers placing bulk orders also keep a close eye on ethyl acetate pricing, since contract rates feed directly into the cost of everything they produce downstream.

Manufacturing Process of Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl acetate is produced principally by the Fischer esterification of acetic acid with ethanol over an acid catalyst, or by the Tishchenko condensation of acetaldehyde, or by direct addition of acetic acid to ethylene. The crude ester is neutralised, then purified by fractional distillation to control water, acidity and residual ethanol/acetic acid. Molecular-sieve or azeotropic drying delivers the low water content required for coating and pharma grades.

Every shipment Elchemy supplies is tested for assay, water, acidity and non-volatile residue before dispatch, with a Certificate of Analysis travelling alongside each order.

Ethyl Acetate Price: Bulk Pricing for Industrial Buyers

If you're looking for current ethyl acetate pricing for bulk procurement, Elchemy provides quotes based on your specific requirements. Fill out the quote request form with your volume, grade, destination and packaging preference, and our team will revert with a detailed offer within 24 to 48 hours.

Pricing works on a quote basis rather than a published rate because the cost is driven by the price of ethanol and acetic acid feedstock and the broader petrochemical cycle, rather than tracking a fixed list.

Beyond that, several factors layer in to shape the final number: grade, committed volume, origin country, packaging format, freight, Incoterm choice (FOB, CIF or DDP) and applicable import duty (HTS 2915.31 for US-bound shipments).

For an approximate read on where the market sits, procurement teams often reference ethanol, acetic acid and oxygenated-solvent price indices, which give a sense of how rates are trending.

Trade publications also report the ethyl acetate price per kg as a unit-level benchmark, useful for spotting short-term regional shifts even on large industrial orders.

At bulk procurement scale, however, the ethyl acetate price per ton is the most relevant commercial unit, since contracts are typically negotiated and committed at that level.

For an exact rate, none of these references replaces a direct quote. The actual price depends on your contract structure, destination, committed volume and timing of dispatch, which is why a quote from our team will always be the most accurate number for your specific procurement.

Packaging & Logistics

Ethyl Acetate ships in 25 kg (55 lb) bags, 50 lb bags for the US market, or 1 MT (2,205 lb) FIBC jumbo bags (liquids ship in drums, IBCs or ISO tanks as applicable), supplied as per buyer requirements. A typical 20' container holds approximately 18 to 24 MT depending on packaging.

For US-bound orders, domestic stock supports faster fulfilment. Where sourcing is required from origin countries, transit times typically run 24 to 28 days to the US East Coast and 18 to 22 days to the West Coast. Elchemy offers EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP terms, depending on how your procurement team prefers to handle landed cost and customs.

Material should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area per the storage conditions on the TDS. Standard dispatch follows agreed contract terms, with expedited timelines available where needed. Samples are dispatched within 24 to 48 hours.

Why Choose Elchemy as a Trusted Ethyl Acetate Supplier?

Elchemy makes ethyl acetate procurement straightforward for industrial buyers. That means consistent material across the grades listed above, with a Certificate of Analysis for every batch and full documentation (TDS, SDS) as standard.

Because we source across multiple origins, we quote on the best landed cost for your destination rather than a single manufacturer's list price. Our partner plants operate to recognised quality standards (ISO 9001, plus food/pharma certifications where relevant), with Halal and Kosher certification available on request.

Beyond the US, Elchemy ships into 40+ countries with samples available for qualification before any bulk order, and pricing tailored to volume, destination and contract terms.

Safety & Handling

Classified under GHS as Flammable Liquid Category 2 (H225), Eye Irritant Category 2 (H319), STOT SE 3 (H336). DOT/UN: UN1173, Class 3 Flammable Liquid, Packing Group II.

Ethyl acetate is highly flammable - the dominant hazard. Vapour is heavier than air and forms explosive mixtures; all handling must be away from heat, sparks and open flame, with bonded/grounded transfer and flameproof equipment. Vapour causes eye, nose and throat irritation and, at high concentration, dizziness and drowsiness (CNS depressant). Repeated skin contact defats and dries the skin. Use in well-ventilated areas with appropriate respiratory and eye protection; store in a cool, flammable-store area.

The full 16-section GHS-aligned SDS is available alongside material orders.