Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate
Also known as: Methyl cyclopropane carboxylate, Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid methyl ester, Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, methyl ester, MCPC, Methyl cyclopropylcarboxylate, Cyclopropancarbonsaeure-methylester, Cyclopropane-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester, MFCD00001280, RARECHEM AL BF 0553
Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate (CAS 2868-37-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.116 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 117.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 17.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H311 — Toxic in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2868-37-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1148198-4
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 100.116 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 117.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 17.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.54 |
| Vapor Pressure | 17.1±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.458 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916209090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916209090 other cyclanic, cyclenic or cyclotherpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate?
The CAS number of Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate is 2868-37-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate?
Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.116 g/mol.
Is Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate hazardous?
Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate?
For Methyl cyclopropanecarboxylate, Upstream Products: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, Methyl 4-bromobutyrate, acrylic acid methyl ester; Downstream Products: Tetrahydrofuran, 1-Cyclopropyl-1-methylethanol, Cyclopropanecarbohydrazide.
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