| Methyl cyanoacrylate | |
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Methyl 2-cyanopropenoate |
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 137-05-3 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C5H5NO2 |
| Molar mass | 111.1 g/mol |
| Density | 1.1 |
| Melting point |
-40 °C, 233 K, -40 °F |
| Boiling point |
48-49°C (2.5-2.7 mm Hg) |
| Related compounds | |
| Related Cyanoacrylates |
Ethyl cyanoacrylate Butyl cyanoacrylate Octyl cyanoacrylate |
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| Infobox references | |
Methyl cyanoacrylate (MCA) is an organic compound that contains several functional groups, a methyl ester, a nitrile, and an alkene. It is a colorless liquid with low viscosity. Its chief use is as the main component of cyanoacrylate glues.[1] It can be encountered under many trade names. Methyl cyanoacrylate is less commonly encountered than ethyl cyanoacrylate.
It is soluble in acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, nitromethane, and dichloromethane.[2] MCA polymerizes rapidly in presence of moisture.
Heating the polymer causes depolymerization of the cured MCA, producing gaseous products strongly irritant to lungs and eyes.