Molekula
Ethyl methacrylate
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Ethyl methacrylate is a clear, colorless liquid used primarily in the production of polymers and resins for coatings, adhesives, and plastics. It is a reactive monomer with high chemical stability under proper storage conditions. CAS: 97-63-2, Molecular Formula: C6H10O2, Molecular Weight: 114.14 g/mol, Storage: 2 to 8 °C, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Ethyl methacrylate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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250 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 15 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, liquid |
| Odour | Acrid odor |
| Melting Point | -75 °C |
| Boiling Point | 117 °C |
| Density | 0.91 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 5.4 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in chloroform; miscible with ethanol, ethyl ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 2 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4147 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.94 |
Source: PubChem CID 7343 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25358492 |
| CAS Number | 97-63-2 |
| IUPAC Name | ethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate |
| EC Number | 202-597-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CH2=C(CH3)COOC2H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 114.14 |
| Exact Mass | 114.0681 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=O)C(=C)C |
| InChIKey | SUPCQIBBMFXVTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H10O2/c1-4-8-6(7)5(2)3/h2,4H2,1,3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7343 |
| UN Number | UN2277 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2916.14.20.10 |
| Tariff Code | 2916140090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 2-Methylacrylic acid, ethyl ester
- 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
- Ethyl 2-methacrylate
- Ethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
- Ethyl 2-methylacrylate
- ethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
- Ethyl alpha-methylacrylate
- METHACRYLIC ACID, ETHYL ESTER
- RCRA waste number U118
- Rhoplex AC-33
Frequently asked questions
What is ethyl methacrylate used for?
Ethyl methacrylate is primarily used in the production of polymers and copolymers for coatings, adhesives, and plastics due to its excellent film-forming properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethyl methacrylate?
The formula is CH2=C(CH3)COOC2H5 with a molecular weight of 114.14 g/mol.
How should ethyl methacrylate be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to prevent decomposition and maintain stability.
What grade of ethyl methacrylate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ethyl methacrylate in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply ethyl methacrylate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ethyl methacrylate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with an order of ethyl methacrylate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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