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4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate
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4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate is a reactive monomer used in polymer synthesis, particularly in coatings, adhesives, and specialty resins. It features a hydroxyl group for crosslinking and an acrylate group for polymerization. CAS: 2478-10-6, molecular formula: C7H10O3, molecular weight: 144.17 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to slightly yellow liquid |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤50 |
| Water | ≤0.100% |
| Assay | ≥97.00% |
| Acid Content | ≤0.3000% |
| Butanedioldiacrylate | ≤0.5000% |
| Standard stabilisation | 300±50ppm MEHQ |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89996418 |
| CAS Number | 2478-10-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-hydroxybutyl prop-2-enoate |
| EC Number | 257-130-8 |
| Molecular Formula | H2C=CHCO2(CH2)4OH |
| Molecular Weight | 144.17 |
| Exact Mass | 144.0786 |
| SMILES | C=CC(=O)OCCCCO |
| InChIKey | NDWUBGAGUCISDV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H12O3/c1-2-7(9)10-6-4-3-5-8/h2,8H,1,3-6H2 |
| PubChem CID | 75588 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 2916120090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,4-butanediol acrylate
- 1,4-Butanediol monoacrylate
- 2-Propenoic acid, 4-hydroxybutyl ester
- 2-Propenoic acid, 4-hydroxybutyl ester, homopolymer
- 4-Hydroxybutyl Acrylate (stabilized with MEHQ)
- 4-hydroxybutyl prop-2-enoate
- Acrylic Acid 4-Hydroxybutyl Ester
- BUTANEDIOL MONOACRYLATE
- Hydroxybutyl acrylate
- VISCOAT 4HBA
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate used for?
It is primarily used as a monomer in the synthesis of polymers and coatings, particularly in UV-curable resins and adhesives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate?
The formula is H2C=CHCO2(CH2)4OH and the molecular weight is 144.17 g/mol.
How should 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent polymerization.
What grade of 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-Hydroxybutyl acrylate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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