| Acetate is the ester that an organic group replaces a hydrogen atom in -OH group
of acetic acid through reaction (typically condensation) with alcohols.
Condensation is the reaction in which two molecules having -OH groups are joined
with eliminating a water molecule from their -OH groups. The term acetate is
also for the salt that one or more of the hydrogen atoms of acetic acid are
replaced by one or more cations of the base, resulting in a compound containing
the negative organic ion of CH3COO-. Organic acetates are good solvents for a
broad range of resins as they are miscible with almost all common organic
liquids. Due to their powerful solvency, high volatility and mild odor, acetates
are widely used in the manufacture and in the processing of paints, coatings,
adhesives, and printing industry. They have a very low solubility in water and
used as extraction solvents for fine chemicals particularly for certain
antibiotics. They are also used as components of aroma. They are used as
chemical intermediate to manufacture pharmaceuticals, synthetic flavorings,
cleaners, and other organic compounds.
Benzyl
Acetate is used as a composition of perfumery
(floral,
fruity; reminiscent of jasmine)
and flavouring (Reminiscent
of apple and pear).
It is used as a solvent in plastics and
resin, cellulose acetate , nitrate, oils,
lacquers, polishes and inks.
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