Is ethyl acetate a polar or non-polar solvent? The polarity of the matrix depends on the symmetry of its molecular structure and charge distribution. The structure of ethyl acetate molecules is not highly symmetric, nor is the charge distribution disparity.

Ethyl acetate contains carbonyl and ethoxy. Carbonyl is electron-absorbing, resulting in uneven charge distribution within the molecule, which is slightly polar. However, its carbon chain part has a tendency to be non-polar.

Looking at its solubility, it can dissolve some polar substances, such as some alcohols; it can also dissolve some non-polar substances, such as some hydrocarbons. This cover has both polar and non-polar characteristics.

In summary, ethyl acetate is a weakly polar solvent, between polar and non-polar solvents. Its polarity is weaker than that of strong polar solvents such as water, and stronger than that of non-polar solvents such as hexane.