Discover the new Chem-Impex: Where innovation starts with a bond.

Catalog Number:
38923
CAS Number:
623-43-8
Methyl crotonate
Purity:
≥ 98% (GC)
Synonym(s):
Crotonic acid methyl ester, Methyl but-2-enoate
Hazmat
Documents
$25.04 /25ML
Pack Size Availability Price
Request Bulk Quote
Product Information

Store under inert gas

Synonyms
Crotonic acid methyl ester, Methyl but-2-enoate
CAS Number
623-43-8
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C5H8O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00009287
PubChem ID
12181
Density
0.950
Appearance
Colorless to almost colorless clear liquid
Boiling Point
119 - 121 °C
Refractive Index
1.420
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Crotonic acid methyl ester, Methyl but-2-enoate
CAS Number
623-43-8
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C5H8O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00009287
PubChem ID
12181
Density
0.950
Appearance
Colorless to almost colorless clear liquid
Boiling Point
119 - 121 °C
Refractive Index
1.420
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
-
Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Methyl crotonate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Flavor and Fragrance Industry: This compound is used as a flavoring agent due to its pleasant fruity aroma, making it popular in food and cosmetic products.
  • Synthesis of Polymers: Methyl crotonate serves as a monomer in the production of various polymers, enhancing properties like flexibility and durability in materials used in packaging and coatings.
  • Pharmaceutical Applications: It is involved in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, contributing to the development of new drugs and therapeutic agents.
  • Organic Synthesis: Researchers utilize methyl crotonate in organic reactions, such as Michael additions and Diels-Alder reactions, to create complex molecules efficiently.
  • Research in Green Chemistry: Its role in sustainable chemical processes is being explored, as it can be derived from renewable resources, aligning with eco-friendly practices in the chemical industry.

Citations