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Methyl 2-chloropropionate, 97%
Description
Methyl 2-chloropropionate is used as initiator during the synthesis of acrylamide homopolymers and acrylamide-N-isopropylacrylamide block copolymers. It is also used to produce 2-thiophen-2-yl-propionic acid methyl ester.
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Methyl 2-chloropropionate is used as initiator during the synthesis of acrylamide homopolymers and acrylamide-N-isopropylacrylamide block copolymers. It is also used to produce 2-thiophen-2-yl-propionic acid methyl ester.
Solubility
Insoluble in water
Notes
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | <-10°C |
| Boiling Point | 132°C to 133°C |
| Flash Point | 38°C (100°F) |
| Quantity | 5000 g |
| UN Number | UN2933 |
| Beilstein | 1421535 |
| Formula Weight | 122.55 |
| Percent Purity | 97% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Methyl 2-chloropropionate |
RUO – Research Use Only
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