... COLORLESS LIQUID FRUITY & BRANDY AROMA Ethyl acetate (systematically, ethyl ethanoate, commonly abbreviated EtOAc ... glues, nail polish removers, and cigarettes. Ethyl acetate is the ester of ethanol and acetic acid; ... scale for use as a solvent.Ethyl acetate is used primarily as a solvent and ... in paints as an activator or hardener. Ethyl acetate is present in confectionery, perfumes, and fruits. ...