Ethyl acetate is a chemical compound commonly used as a solvent and flavoring agent. In entomology, it serves various purposes due to its properties. Ethyl acetate is widely employed in insect collecting and preservation as it is an effective killing agent that rapidly immobilizes insects without damaging their bodies. It is also used in trapping systems to attract and capture insects, such as fruit flies and beetles, for research or pest control purposes. Additionally, ethyl acetate is utilized in the extraction and analysis of insect pheromones, which are crucial for studying insect behavior and developing effective insect control strategies.
