Ethyl acrylate by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as Ethyl propenoate, this compound is the ethyl ester of acrylic acid. The reagent is available as clear liquid which is soluble in water. It has a melting point of 71 C, and a boiling point of 99.4 C. Ethyl acrylate can be generated by the acid-catalysed esterification of acrylic acid. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 140-88-5 Quantity Provided: 500 ml per bottle Molecular formula: C5H8O2 Molecular weight: 100.12 Assay: Minimum 99 % Ethyl acrylate has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This compound finds several applications in the synthesis of various organic derivatives. Ethyl acrylate is used to produce polymers including resins, plastics, rubber, and denture material. It is additionally a reactant for homologous alkyl acrylates. As a flavouring agent it is found in pineapples and Beaufort cheese. This reagent is suitable for the industrial synthesis of products and research applications.