Methyl acrylate

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Methyl acrylate
IUPAC name	Methyl propenoate
Identifiers
CAS number	[96-33-3]
SMILES	C=CC(OC)=O
Properties
Molecular formula	C4H6O2
Molar mass	86.04 g/mol
Appearance	colorless, liquid
Density	0.956 g/cm³, liquid
Melting point	-75 °C
Boiling point	80 °C
Hazards
Main hazards	Irritant; Causes burns
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references

Methyl acrylate is a volatile alpha beta unsubstituted methyl ester used in the preparation of Polyamidoamine (PAMAM) dendrimers typically by Michael addition with a primary amine.

Methyl acrylate is a contact allergen present in nail lacquer.