Ethyl acetate(systematicallyknown as ethyl ethanoate, commonly abbreviated as EtOAc, ETAC, or EA) is a prominentorganic compoundwith the molecular formulaCH3CO2CH2CH3, often elegantly expressed asC4H8O2. This flammable and colorless liquid is renowned for its distinctive and sweet aroma that invokes the scent ofpear drops) and is extensively used in diverse applications includingglues,nail polish removers, as well as in the intricatedecaffeinationprocesses for both tea and coffee. Ethyl acetate is celebrated as theesterofethanolandacetic acid; it is meticulously manufactured on a grand scale to fulfill its role as a highly efficientsolvent.