| Formula / Notation | C3H4O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-10-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 72.06 |
| Melting Point | 55 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 286 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0497 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acrylic acid is a colorless liquid with a distinctive acrid odor. Flash point 130 °F. Boiling point 286 °F. Freezing point 53 °F. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Prolonged exposure to fire or he... |
| Also Known As | prop-2-enoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid; 79-10-7; Propenoic acid; Vinylformic acid; Acroleic acid; Ethylenecarboxylic acid; Propene acid; Glacial acrylic acid; Kyselina akrylova |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Acrylic acid?
Acrylic acid is a alpha,beta-unsaturated monocarboxylic acid that is ethene substituted by a carboxy group. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of an acrylate.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: prop-2-enoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: prop-2-enoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid; 79-10-7; Propenoic acid; Vinylformic acid; Acroleic acid; Ethylenecarboxylic acid; Propene acid; Glacial acrylic acid; Kyselina akrylova
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 55 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 286 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0497 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 72.06 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acrylic acid is a colorless liquid with a distinctive acrid odor. Flash point 130 °F. Boiling point 286 °F. Freezing point 53 °F. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Prolonged exposure to fire or he... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Acrylic acid is a alpha,beta-unsaturated monocarboxylic acid that is ethene substituted by a carboxy group. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of an acrylate.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Acrylic acid is: C3H4O2