Learn More
tert-Butyl acrylate, 99%, stab. with 15ppm 4-methoxyphenol, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
tert-Butyl acrylate is a monomer used in the production of poly(tert-butyl acrylate) polymers, poly(acrylic acid) polyelectrolyte brushes and 3-(3-methyl-but-3-enyloxy)-propionic acid tert-butyl ester. It is also used in paints, coatings, high polymer paper conditioner, nursing polymer products and carbonyl reforming polyolefin. Further, it serves as an important raw material in organic synthesis.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
tert-Butyl acrylate is a monomer used in the production of poly(tert-butyl acrylate) polymers, poly(acrylic acid) polyelectrolyte brushes and 3-(3-methyl-but-3-enyloxy)-propionic acid tert-butyl ester. It is also used in paints, coatings, high polymer paper conditioner, nursing polymer products and carbonyl reforming polyolefin. Further, it serves as an important raw material in organic synthesis.
Solubility
Slightly miscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼-69°C |
Density | 0.883 |
Boiling Point | 121°C |
Flash Point | 11°C (52°F) |
Linear Formula | CH2=CHCOOC(CH3)3 |
Refractive Index | 1.411 |
Quantity | 100 mL |
UN Number | UN3272 |
Beilstein | 1742329 |
Solubility Information | Slightly miscible with water. |
Show More |
Safety and Handling



- tert-Butyl acrylate
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
- Flammable liquid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H331-Toxic if inhaled.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P311-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P362+P364-Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : tert-Butyl acrylate
RUO – Research Use Only
Your input is important to us. Please complete this form to provide feedback related to the content on this product.