Ethyl acrylate

Ethyl acrylate
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IUPAC name	Ethyl propenoate
Other names	Acrylic acid ethyl ester Ethyl propenoate
Identifiers
CAS number	140-88-5
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	3 2 2
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.

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.

Uses

Ethyl acrylate is used in the production of polymers including resins, plastics, rubber, and denture material.

Safety

Ethyl acrylate is a carcinogen and should be handled with extreme caution. It can irritate the nose, throat and lungs. Ethyl acrylate is flammable and highly reactive.