Ethyl acrylate
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Ethyl acrylate[1][2] | |
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IUPAC name | Ethyl propenoate |
Other names | Acrylic acid ethyl ester Ethyl propenoate |
Identifiers | |
CAS number | [ | ]
RTECS number | AT0700000 |
SMILES | C=CC(OCC)=O |
Properties | |
Molecular formula | C5H8O2 |
Molar mass | 100.11 |
Appearance | Clear liquid |
Density | 0.9405 g/mL |
Melting point |
-71 °C |
Boiling point |
99.4 °C |
Solubility in water | Insoluble |
Hazards | |
NFPA 704 |
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R-phrases | R11 R20/21/22 R36/37/38 R43 |
S-phrases | S2 S9 S16 S33 S36/37 |
Flash point | 15 °C |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
Ethyl acrylate is an organic compound primarily used in the preparation of various polymers. It is a clear liquid with an acrid penetrating odor. Ethyl acrylate is a known carcinogen.
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[edit] Chemistry
Ethyl acrylate can be prepared by several industrial methods. Acrylonitrile can be reacted with ethanol using sulfuric acid as a catalyst to produce ethyl acrylate. It may also be prepared from acetylene, carbon monoxide and ethanol.
Ethyl acrylate will readily polymerize upon standing and polymerization is accelerated by heat, light, and peroxides.
[edit] Uses
Ethyl acrylate is used in the production of polymers including resins, plastics, rubber, and denture material.[3]
[edit] Safety
Ethyl acrylate is a carcinogen and should be handled with extreme caution.[3] It can irritate the nose, throat and lungs. Ethyl acrylate is flammable and highly reactive.
[edit] References
- ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 3715.
- ^ Ethyl acrylate Datasheet at Inchem.org
- ^ a b Ethyl acrylate Hazardous Substance Fact Sheet, New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services