Molekula
Vinyl acetate
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Vinyl acetate (CAS 108-05-4) is an organic compound with the molecular formula CH3CO2CH=CH2, primarily used as a monomer in the production of polyvinyl acetate (PVA) resins, adhesives, and coatings. It is also employed in the synthesis of various polymers and textiles. This chemical has a molecular weight of 86.09 g/mol and requires storage between 2 to 8°C. It is classified with the signal word "Danger" due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Vinyl acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 L — £84.30 per pack ex VAT · £101.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | -8 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, mobile liquid |
| Melting Point | -93.2 °C |
| Boiling Point | 72.8 °C |
| Density | 0.93 (relative, water = 1) |
| Vapour Pressure | 11.7 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3926 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.73 |
Source: PubChem CID 7904 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89966884 |
| CAS Number | 108-05-4 |
| IUPAC Name | ethenyl acetate |
| EC Number | 203-545-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CO2CH=CH2 |
| Molecular Weight | 86.09 |
| Exact Mass | 86.0368 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OC=C |
| InChIKey | XTXRWKRVRITETP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6O2/c1-3-6-4(2)5/h3H,1H2,2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7904 |
| UN Number | UN1301 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915320000 |
| Tariff Code | 2915320000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- 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
- 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-Acetoxyethylene
- Acetic acid ethenyl ester
- Acetic acid vinyl ester
- Acetoxyethene
- Acetoxyethylene
- Ethenyl acetate
- Ethenyl ethanoate
- Vinyl A monomer
- Vinyl acetate monomer
- Vinyl ethanoate
Frequently asked questions
What is vinyl acetate commonly used for?
Vinyl acetate is primarily used in the production of polyvinyl acetate (PVA) emulsions for adhesives, paints, and coatings, as well as in textile sizing and synthetic rubber manufacturing.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of vinyl acetate?
The chemical formula is **CH₃CO₂CH=CH₂**, and the molecular weight is **86.09 g/mol**.
How should vinyl acetate be stored?
Store vinyl acetate at **2–8°C** in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, sparks, and open flames, as it is classified as **Danger** under GHS.
What grades or purities of vinyl acetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **industrial-grade vinyl acetate** with a minimum purity of **99.5%**, suitable for bulk chemical applications.
Can Molekula supply vinyl acetate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply vinyl acetate in **bulk (ISO tanks, drums, or IBCs)** depending on order volume and customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with a vinyl acetate order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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