Allyl acetate
Also known as: prop-2-en-1-yl acetate, 2-propenyl acetate, 3-Acetoxypropene, AcOCH2CH=CH2, CH2=CHCH2OAc, Acetic acid, 2-propen-1-yl ester, EINECS 209-734-8, MFCD00008721
Allyl acetate (CAS 591-87-7) 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 melting point of 6°C, a boiling point of 104.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 6.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 591-87-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-47591-2
- 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
| Melting Point | 6°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 104.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 6.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.99 |
| Vapor Pressure | 31.4±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.402 |
| Additional Property | slightly |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915390090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915390090. esters of acetic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Allyl acetate?
The CAS number of Allyl acetate is 591-87-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Allyl acetate?
Allyl acetate has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.116 g/mol.
Is Allyl acetate hazardous?
Allyl acetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Allyl acetate?
For Allyl acetate, Upstream Products: acetic acid, Allyl chloride, Acetyl chloride; Downstream Products: Benzamide, Diallyl bisphenol A, Bisphenol A diallyl ether.
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