Methyl propionate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

It is commonly used in organic synthesis. It undergoes vapor-phase aldol condensation with formaldehyde to form methyl methacrylate.

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Applications
It is commonly used in organic synthesis. It undergoes vapor-phase aldol condensation with formaldehyde to form methyl methacrylate.

Solubility
Soluble in water (5g/L).

Notes
Keep container tightly closed. Store away from oxidizing agents.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 554-12-1
• Molecular Formula: C4H8O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 88.106
• MDL Number: MFCD00009306
• InChI Key: RJUFJBKOKNCXHH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: methyl propionate, propanoic acid, methyl ester, methyl propylate, methylpropionate, propionic acid, methyl ester, propionate de methyle, propanoic acid methyl ester, fema number 2742, propionic acid methyl ester, methyl propionate natural
• PubChem CID: 11124
• IUPAC Name: methyl propanoate
• SMILES: CCC(=O)OC

• Melting Point: °C to 88°C
• Density: 0.915
• Boiling Point: 78°C to 80°C
• Flash Point: -2°C (28°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Refractive Index: 1.377
• Quantity: 100 mL
• UN Number: UN1248
• Beilstein: 1737628
• Merck Index: 14,6112
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water (5g/L).
• Formula Weight: 88.11
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Methyl Propionate

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Methyl propionate

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Flammable liquid Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H332-Harmful if inhaled.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Methyl propionate

RUO – Research Use Only