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Methyl acrylate

Also known as Methyl prop-2-enoate, 2-Propenoic acid, methyl ester, Methyl propenoate

CAS 96-33-3Formula C4H6O2Molar mass 86.09 g/molEC 202-500-6
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Flammable, Acute toxicity (severe) 128 suppliers listed
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Methyl acrylate chemical structure, C4H6O2, CAS 96-33-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless volatile liquid
Melting point
-75.6 °C
Boiling point
80.1 °C
Density
0.9535 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Flash point
-3 °C
HS code
291612
Category
Monomers
UN number
UN 1919
Illustrative photo, 200 litre steel drums of liquid in a chemical plant
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Methyl acrylate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl acrylate is an enoate ester.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
methyl prop-2-enoate
CAS number
96-33-3 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 292638-85-8
EC number
202-500-6
Molecular formula
C4H6O2
UNII
WC487PR91H
MDL number
MFCD00008627
InChIKey
BAPJBEWLBFYGME-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H6O2/c1-3-4(5)6-2/h3H,1H2,2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC(=O)C=C

Synonyms

  • Methyl prop-2-enoate
  • 2-Propenoic acid, methyl ester
  • Methyl propenoate
  • Methyl 2-propenoate
  • Methylacrylaat
  • Metilacrilato
  • Methyl-acrylat
  • Methoxycarbonylethylene
  • Acrylic acid, methyl ester
  • Acrylate de methyle
  • Curithane 103
  • Acrylsaeuremethylester
  • Methyl propenate
  • Methylester kyseliny akrylove
  • 2-propenoic acid methyl ester
  • Methyl-2-propenoate
  • propenoic acid methyl ester
  • Methyl acrylate, methyl propenoate
  • Acrylic acid methyl ester
  • Methylacrylate
  • Methyl acrylate, monomer
  • Methyl Acrylate (Stabilized)
  • acrylic acid-methyl ester
  • Ch2=chcooch3
  • Methyl ester acrylic acid
Show all 32 synonyms
  • Methyl acrylate, inhibited
  • Methyl ester of 2-propenoic acid
  • Methyl-acrylat (german)
  • methoxyacrolein
  • methyacrylate
  • methylacrilate
  • methyl acrilate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Colorless volatile liquidexp.
Odour
Acrid odorexp.
Melting point
-75.6 °Cexp.
Boiling point
80.1 °Cexp.
Density
0.9535 g/cm³ at 20 °Cexp.
Flash point
-3 °Cexp.
Autoignition temperature
468 °Cexp.
Solubility
In water, 4.94 × 10⁺⁴ mg/L at 25 °Cexp.
Vapour pressure
VP: 65 Torr at 20 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
86.09 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
86.0368 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.35calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.25calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS02: Flammable
Flammable
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
332NFPA 704 rating

Hazard statements

  • H225Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H312Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H331Toxic if inhaled.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (32)
  • P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P233Keep container tightly closed.
  • P240Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.
  • P242Use non-sparking tools.
  • P243Take action to prevent static discharges.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P303 + P361 + P353If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P403 + P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 1919
Transport hazard class
3
Packing group
II

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Primary use is production of acrylic and modacrylic fibers, used as a comonomer with acrylonitrile in such fibers.

Methyl acrylate has been used in the preparation of thermoplastic coating, adhesives, sealants, and amphoteric surfactants for shampoos. It is used to produce medical and dental prostheses, contact lenses, and other specialty plastics such as latex coatings and floor and fabric finishes.

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It can serve as a resin in the purification of industrial effluents or aid in the timed release and disintegration of pesticides.

In dental, medical, and pharmaceutical sciences, utilized as monomer, polymer, or copolymer, as microencapsulation mixture component or for polymerization of radioactive waste, as resin in purification and decolorization of industrial effluents or aid in timed release and disintegration of pesticides.

The monomer in manufacturing leather finish resins, textile and paper coatings, and plastic films. Produces the hardest resin of the acrylate ester series.

Industrial uses: Monomers, Hardener, Intermediate, Cleaning agent, Anti-stain agent, Filler.

Consumer uses: Monomers, Hardener, Cleaning agent, Anti-stain agent.

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

How it is made

Convenient preparation from ethylene chlorohydrin: German patent 571123 (1928 to Rohm & Haas).

In ... propylene oxidation process acrolein is first formed by the catalytic oxidation of propylene vapor at high temp in the presence of steam. The acrolein is then oxidized to acrylic acid. ... The acrylic acid is esterified with alcohol to the ... acrylic ester in a separate process. (Acrylic ester monomers)

(1) Ethylene cyanohydrin, methanol, and dilute sulfuric acid, (2) Oxo reaction of acetylene, carbon monoxide, and methanol in the presence of nickel or cobalt catalyst, (3) from beta-propiolactone.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 607-034-00-0

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Methyl acrylate is traded under.

HS 2916.12Indicative HS code

Esters of acrylic acid

World exports in 2024
$2.49B
+1.0% vs 2023, imports $2.79B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China25.6%
  2. United States15.4%
  3. Germany12.6%
Top importers
  1. Turkey8.7%
  2. Germany7.7%
  3. United States7.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Methyl acrylate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Methyl acrylate, based on the data on this page

What is Methyl acrylate?

Methyl acrylate is an enoate ester.

What is the CAS number of Methyl acrylate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl acrylate is 96-33-3. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 292638-85-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl acrylate?

The molecular formula of Methyl acrylate is C4H6O2 and its molar mass is 86.09 g/mol.

What is Methyl acrylate used for?

Primary use is production of acrylic and modacrylic fibers, used as a comonomer with acrylonitrile in such fibers. Methyl acrylate has been used in the preparation of thermoplastic coating, adhesives, sealants, and amphoteric surfactants for shampoos.

Is Methyl acrylate hazardous?

Methyl acrylate carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: highly flammable liquid and vapour, harmful if swallowed, harmful in contact with skin. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Methyl acrylate?

Methyl acrylate is usually classified under HS code 291612 (Esters of acrylic acid). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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