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[Chemical Knowledge]：The role of ethyl acetate in life

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Ethyl acetate is a colorless, transparent, fruity organic compound. Because of its good solubility, volatility and chemical stability, it has become one of the organic solvents widely used in production and life. The various functions and applications of ethyl acetate will be described below.

1. Detergent

Ethyl acetate can dissolve grease and impurities well, and has a good cleaning effect when cleaning glass, metal and other materials. Therefore, it is widely used in the manufacture of cleaning agents. Because of its low toxicity and full volatility, ethyl acetate is also an important component in many environmentally friendly cleaners.

2. Cosmetic

Ethyl acetate is used as a solvent, thinner, etc. in the cosmetics industry. Some of the ingredients contained in cosmetics cannot be dissolved in water, and ethyl acetate can dissolve these ingredients well, making cosmetics more delicate and easy to apply. At the same time, ethyl acetate as a thickener, is also widely used in cosmetics.

3. Food processing

Ethyl acetate is a food additive that has been tested and certified for food hygiene. It is widely used in food processing, such as candy, biscuits, dried banana, meat floss, jam, etc. Ethyl acetate can make the taste of these foods more rich and sweet, and maintain its taste and nutritional content for a long time.

4. Flavor

Ethyl acetate is widely used in flavor production because of its natural fruit flavor. Many famous perfume, dew and other products contain ethyl acetate.

However, the application of ethyl acetate also need to pay attention to the following points:

1. Because ethyl acetate volatile, easy to cause dizziness, kidney damage and other problems, it should be used in a well-ventilated environment, and avoid prolonged contact or direct inhalation.

2. Ethyl acetate is easy to burn and explode, so it is necessary to avoid contact with open flames or high temperature objects.

3. Food, cosmetics, detergents and other products contain ethyl acetate, should be careful not to use excessive.