Description of Formic acid,2-propen-1-yl ester

Detail of > 1838-59-1

• CAS Number:
• 1838-59-1
• Name:

• Formic acid,2-propen-1-yl ester

• Formula:
• C4H6 O2
• Molecular Structure:
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• Synonyms:
• Allylalcohol, formate (6CI); Formic acid, 2-propenyl ester (9CI); Formic acid, allylester (7CI,8CI); Allyl formate; NSC 4735
• Molecular Weight:
• 86.10
• Density:
• 0.922g/cm³
• Boiling Point:
• 84.5°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point:
• 6.5°C
• Safety:
• Poison by ingestion. Moderately toxic by inhalation. Very flammable and reactive. Dangerous fire hazard. See also ALLYL COMPOUNDS and ESTERS. When heated to decomposition it yields irritating smoke and fumes.Details