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Methyl propionate, 99%
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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.
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
Specifications
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 |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H225-H315-H319-H332 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H225-H332 |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P261-P264b-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P332+P313-P363-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: METHYL PROPIONATE |
EINECSNumber | 209-060-4 |
RTECSNumber | UF5970000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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