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tert-Butyl methacrylate

Also known as: tert-Butyl methacrylate monomer (stabilized with MEHQ), Methacrylic acid tert-butyl ester, TBMA, TERTIARY-BUTYL METHACRYLATE, 1,1-dimethylethyl methacrylate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl methacrylate, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, Butylmethacrylatetechnicalca, Methacrylic acid, tert-butyl ester, MFCD00048245, tau-butyl methacrylate, tert-butyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate

tert-Butyl methacrylate (CAS 585-07-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molecular weight of 142.196 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -60°C, a boiling point of 156.9±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 41.1±7.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
585-07-9
Jingsj CID
J-2811-5
Molecular Formula
C8H14O2
Molecular Weight
142.196 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-60°C
Boiling Point156.9±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point41.1±7.0 °C
Exact Mass142.099380
PSA26.30000
LogP2.57
Vapor Pressure2.8±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.422
Storage Conditions2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916140000
Summary2916140000. other esters of methacrylic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:80.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of tert-Butyl methacrylate?

The CAS number of tert-Butyl methacrylate is 585-07-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl methacrylate?

tert-Butyl methacrylate has molecular formula C8H14O2 and molecular weight 142.196 g/mol.

Is tert-Butyl methacrylate hazardous?

tert-Butyl methacrylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-Butyl methacrylate?

For tert-Butyl methacrylate, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl 2-bromo-2-methylpropanoate, methyl 5-chloro-2,4-dihydroxybenzoate, Methacrolein; Downstream Products: N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-aspartic acid 4-tert-butyl ester, Z-L-aspartic acid di-tert-butyl ester, 2-Benzylacrylic acid tert-butyl ester.

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