Acrolein
Also known as: Acrylaldehyde, Acraldehyde, Propenal, Allyl aldehyde, 2-Propenal, prop-2-enal, Propenaldehyde, propylene aldehyde, Aldehyde, Allyl
Acrolein (CAS 107-02-8) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4O and a molecular weight of 56.063 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −87 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 52.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -18.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H300 and H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 107-02-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1014773-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4O
- Molecular Weight
- 56.063 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −87 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 52.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -18.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 56.026215 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | -0.01 |
| Additional Property | 1.94 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 261.3±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.368 |
| Additional Property | Soluble. 21.25 g/100 mL |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H300
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909199090. other acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Acrolein?
The CAS number of Acrolein is 107-02-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acrolein?
Acrolein has molecular formula C3H4O and molecular weight 56.063 g/mol.
Is Acrolein hazardous?
Acrolein has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H300; H330 — Fatal if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Acrolein?
For Acrolein, Upstream Products: Glycerol, Propane Residual Solvent Standard, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 1-Penten-3-yl acetate, 2,3-Dichloropropionaldehyde, 4-Methyl-4-nitrovaleraldehyde.
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