| Formula / Notation | C7H12O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 141-32-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 128.17 |
| Melting Point | -84.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 295 to 298 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.899 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Butyl acrylate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sharp characteristic odor. Very slightly soluble in water and somewhat less dense than water. Hence forms surface slick on water. Flash poi... |
| Also Known As | butyl prop-2-enoate; BUTYL ACRYLATE; 141-32-2; Acrylic acid butyl ester; 2-Propenoic acid, butyl ester; n-Butyl propenoate; Butyl 2-propenoate; 2-propenoic acid butyl ester; Acrylic acid, butyl ester; Acrylic acid n-butyl ester |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is n-Butyl acrylate?
Butyl acrylate is an acrylate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the hydroxy group of butan-1-ol with the carboxy group of acrylic acid. It is functionally related to an acrylic acid and a butan-1-ol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: butyl prop-2-enoate
Other Names / Synonyms: butyl prop-2-enoate; BUTYL ACRYLATE; 141-32-2; Acrylic acid butyl ester; 2-Propenoic acid, butyl ester; n-Butyl propenoate; Butyl 2-propenoate; 2-propenoic acid butyl ester; Acrylic acid, butyl ester; Acrylic acid n-butyl ester
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -84.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 295 to 298 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.899 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 128.17 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Butyl acrylate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sharp characteristic odor. Very slightly soluble in water and somewhat less dense than water. Hence forms surface slick on water. Flash poi... |
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
Butyl acrylate is an acrylate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the hydroxy group of butan-1-ol with the carboxy group of acrylic acid. It is functionally related to an acrylic acid and a butan-1-ol.
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 n-Butyl acrylate is: C7H12O2