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Ethyl Acetate (C₄H₈O₂) is a colorless, volatile liquid with a fruity odor. It is widely used as a solvent in paints, coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceuticals. It is also found in perfumes and food flavorings due to its pleasant smell. Ethyl acetate is produced by esterification of ethanol and acetic acid. It has low toxicity but can cause irritation if inhaled in large amounts. Due to its fast evaporation rate, it is commonly used in nail polish removers and decaffeination of tea and coffee