Methyl acrylate (C4H6O2)

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Target: Methyl acrylate
CAS: 96-33-3
Formula: C4H6O2
Approx. MW: 86.09
SMILES: C=CC(=O)OC
PubChem CID: 7294
Approx. carbons: C4

Methyl acrylate structure

Properties

IUPAC name: methyl prop-2-enoate
Common names: METHYL ACRYLATE; 96-33-3; Methyl prop-2-enoate; 2-Propenoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl propenoate; Methyl 2-propenoate; Methylacrylaat; Metilacrilato; Methyl-acrylat; Methoxycarbonylethylene
Molecular weight: 86.09
Exact mass: 86.04
InChIKey: BAPJBEWLBFYGME-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: -105.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling point: 176.9 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density: 0.956 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Methyl acrylate?

Methyl acrylate has molecular formula C4H6O2. Molecular weight about 86.09 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Methyl acrylate?

The CAS Registry Number for Methyl acrylate is 96-33-3.

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