Butyl Acrylate
- CAS Number
- 141-32-2
- HSN Code
- 29161210
- Molecular Formula
- C7H12O2
- Catalogue Number
- AL0947
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 128.17 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Butyl acrylate is an acrylate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the hydroxy group of butan-1-ol with the carboxy group of acrylic acid. It is functionally related to an acrylic acid and a butan-1-ol.
Also known as Butyl 2-propenoate, 2-Propenoic acid butyl ester.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0947
- CAS Number
- 141-32-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 128.17 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29161210
- Grade
- 99% Monomer
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -64.6 °C; Boiling point: 145 °C; Flash point: 84 °F (29 °C) (closed cup); Density: 0.8898 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Solubility of water in n-butyl acrylate at 20 °C: 0.8 mL/100 g.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Cool. Keep in the dark. Separated from strong oxidants. Store only if stabilized.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Butyl Acrylate
- Catalogue No.
- AL0947
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 141-32-2
- EC Number
- 205-480-7
- Grade
- 99% Monomer
- EC Index Number
- 607-036-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- C7H12O2
- HSN Code
- 29161210
- Synonyms
- Butyl 2-propenoate, 2-Propenoic acid butyl ester
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a monomer in the production of acrylic polymers and adhesives.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1B; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8846 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P319, P321, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation. Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Butyl Acrylate
- CAS No.
- 141-32-2
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; headache; dizziness.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, causing blockage of vents.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from heat and ignition sources.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Cool. Keep in the dark. Separated from strong oxidants. Store only if stabilized.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Sharp, fragrant
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -64.6 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 145 °C
- Flash point
- 84 °F (29 °C) (closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 559 °F (292 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 5.45 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.42 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.8898 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Solubility of water in n-butyl acrylate at 20 °C: 0.8 mL/100 g
- Log Pow
- 2.36
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 1.8 - 10.5 vol% in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- The substance may spontaneously polymerize due to warming, under the influence of light and on contact with peroxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 3,730 mg/kg; LD50 Rat oral 900 mg/kg; LD50 Rat oral 3143 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 2348
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2348
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2348
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2348
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2348
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Butyl acrylate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Butyl acrylate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Butyl acrylate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Butyl acrylate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Butyl acrylate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Primarily used as a monomer in the production of acrylic polymers, adhesives, and coatings. It is also utilized in research and development of new polymeric materials.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0333C
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 128.17 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Density | 0.894 g/mL | 0.895 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 142 °C | 143 °C |
| Flash Point | 27 °C | 26 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% Monomer grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% Monomer | ≥ 99% | m.p. -64.6 °C; b.p. 145 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Solubility of water in n-butyl acrylate at 20 °C: 0.8 mL/100 g |
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