Ethyl acetate is used as a solvent for varnishes, lacquers, dry cleaning, stains, fats and nitrocellulose. It is released during the production of artificial silk and leather, and during the preparation of photographic films and plates. Ethyl acetate is used as a solvent in nail polish, nail polish remover, base coats and other manicuring products. Ethyl acetate is present in wines.Consumer products: Used in automotive and machinery paints, inks, lubricating oils, moisturizing creams, artificial flavorings, Drugs: Used as an intermediate in the manufacture of various drugs. Films: Used in the production of bioriented polypropylene and polyester films. Additives: Used as a potential additive in diesel fuel to reduce harmful emissions.