Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate
Also known as: 2-Hydroxymethyl-acrylic acid methyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-propenoate, Methyl 2-hydroxymethacrylate, α-(Hydroxymethyl)acrylic acid methyl ester, Methyl α-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate, methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)prop-2-enoate
Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate (CAS 15484-46-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.115 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 184.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 75.0±15.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 15484-46-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1169457-8
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 116.115 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 184.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 75.0±15.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.047340 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 0.52 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.438 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate is 15484-46-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate?
Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.115 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate hazardous?
Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
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