Ethyl acrylate (Acrylate dethyle)

Chemical natures

Ethyl acrylate is an organic compound with the formula CH2CHCO2CH2CH3. It is the ethyl ester of acrylic acid. It is a colourless liquid with a characteristic acrid odor. It is mainly produced for paints, textiles, and non-woven fibers . It is also a reagent in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical intermediates.

Applications

Ethyl acrylate is used in the manufacture ofacrylic resins, acrylic fibers, textile and papercoatings, adhesives, and leather finish resins;and as a flavoring agent.

Ethyl Acrylate is a flavoring agent that is a clear, colorless liquid. its odor is fruity, harsh, penetrating, and lachrymatous (causes tears). it is sparingly soluble in water and miscible in alcohol and ether, and is obtained by chemical synthesis.

Physical form

A clear colorless liquid with a sharp characteristic odor

Hazard Class

3

Shelf life

According to our experience, the product can be stored for 12 months from the date of delivery if kept in tightly sealed containers, protected from light and heat and stored at temperatures between 5 - 30°C

Typical properties

Melting point

−71 °C(lit.)

Boiling point

99 °C(lit.)

density

0.921 g/mL at 20 °C

vapor density

3.5 (vs air)

vapor pressure

31 mm Hg ( 20 °C)

refractive index

n20/D 1.406(lit.)

FEMA

2418| ETHYL ACRYLATE

Fp

60 °F