Methyl Acrylate (Stabilized)

• CAT Number: R045180
• CAS Number: 96-33-3
• Molecular Formula: C4H6O2
• Molecular Weight: 86.09
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Acrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methoxycarbonylethylene; Methyl Acrylic Ester; Methyl Prop-2-enoate; Methyl Propenoate; NSC 24146
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: methyl prop-2-enoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6O2/c1-3-4(5)6-2/h3H,1H2,2H3
• InChIKey: BAPJBEWLBFYGME-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC(=O)C=C

Methyl acrylate(CAT: R045180) is a volatile, colorless liquid ester with the chemical formula C₄H₆O₂, formed from acrylic acid and methanol. It is widely used as a reactive monomer in the production of acrylic polymers and copolymers, which are found in paints, adhesives, textiles, coatings, and plastics. Due to its vinyl double bond, methyl acrylate undergoes free-radical polymerization, allowing incorporation into diverse polymeric structures. It also serves as an intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Methyl acrylate is flammable and has a sharp odor; it must be handled with care due to its potential toxicity and irritant properties.