Ethyl acetate laboratory safety related matters

Ethyl acetate, when used in the laboratory, safety is of paramount importance. Here are some safety tips for ethyl acetate laboratories for you.

Storage safety
Ethyl acetate should be stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources, and the storage temperature should not exceed 30 ° C. Keep the container sealed. It should be stored separately from oxidants, acids and alkalis. Do not mix storage. Use explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities, and prohibit the use of mechanical equipment and tools that are prone to sparks. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and suitable containment materials.

Safe to use
1. ** Operation Specifications **: Operate in a well-ventilated environment, preferably in a fume hood. During use, operators should wear self-priming filter gas masks (half masks), chemical safety glasses, anti-static overalls, and rubber oil-resistant gloves to prevent steam from leaking into the air of the workplace. Avoid contact with oxidants, acids, and alkalis.
2. ** Fire and explosion-proof **: Ethyl acetate is flammable. Its vapor and air can form an explosive mixture. In case of open flames and high heat, it can cause combustion and explosion. Therefore, fireworks should be strictly prohibited at the site of use, and equipment that may generate sparks should be avoided. If heating and other operations are required, explosion-proof heating equipment should be used.
3. ** Emergency treatment **: If ethyl acetate leakage occurs, personnel in the contaminated area of the leakage should be quickly evacuated to the safe area, and quarantined to strictly restrict access. Cut off the fire source. It is recommended that emergency personnel wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and anti-static overalls. Cut off the source of leakage as much as possible. Prevent it from flowing into restricted spaces such as sewers and drainage ditches. Small leaks: Absorb with activated carbon or other inert materials. It can also be rinsed with a lot of water, diluted with washing water and placed in the wastewater system. Large leaks: Construct embankments or dig pits for containment. Cover with foam to reduce steam disasters. Transfer to tankers or special collectors with explosion-proof pumps, recycle or transport to waste disposal sites for disposal.

In conclusion, in all activities involving ethyl acetate in the laboratory, it is necessary to strictly abide by safety rules to ensure the safety of personnel and the safety of the laboratory environment.