Ethyl Formate - Chemical resistance

Ethyl Methanoate, Formic Acid Ethyl Ester

Ethyl formate is a colourless liquid with a pleasant fruity smell. It is formed by the reaction of methanol and carbon monoxide and is used as a precursor in the synthesis of many organic compounds. Ethyl formate is also used as a flavouring and fragrance in foods and beverages, and as a solvent and intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals.

Molecular formula

C3H6O2

Functional formula

HCOOCH2CH3

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Fibre-rubber plates

POWER®gasket 100

Not known Not known

POWER®gasket 200

Not known Not known

POWER®gasket 300

Not known Not known

POWER®gasket 350 A

Not known Not known

POWER®gasket 400

Not known Not known

Teflon plates

POWER®flon 10 BLUE

Excellent suitable

POWER®flon 20 PINK

Excellent suitable

POWER®flon 30 WHITE

Excellent suitable

POWER®flon BG-S

Excellent suitable

Graphite plates

POWER®graf 1 Premium

Excellent suitable

POWER®graf 3 Premium

Excellent suitable

POWER®graf 4 Premium

Excellent suitable

POWER®graf 5 Premium

Excellent suitable

POWER®graf HP

Excellent suitable

Rubber plates

Rubber NR

It is not recommended nope

Rubber SBR

It is not recommended nope

EPDM rubber

Good good

Rubber CR

Good good

NBR rubber

It is not recommended nope

Rubber IIR

Good good

VMQ rubber (silicone)

Not known Not known

Rubber CSM

Good good

Rubber FKM

Excellent suitable

All technical data is based on our measurements and experience and is for guidance only. The parameters listed interact if they occur together and must be consulted in limiting cases. The manufacturer is not liable for misinterpretation of the given data and incorrect application of seals

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