vinyl acetate
Also known as: ethenyl acetate, acetic acid ethenyl ester, acetoxyethylene, acetic acid vinyl ester, vinyl acetate monomer, 1-acetoxyethylene, VAM
vinyl acetate (CAS 108-05-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O2 and a molecular weight of 86.089 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -93 °C, a boiling point of 72.5±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, H332 — Harmful if inhaled and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 108-05-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-47967-4
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O2
- Molecular Weight
- 86.089 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -93 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 72.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -6.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 86.036781 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.73 |
| Additional Property | 3 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 118.5±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.390 |
| Additional Property | 23 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
- H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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 vinyl acetate?
The CAS number of vinyl acetate is 108-05-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of vinyl acetate?
vinyl acetate has molecular formula C4H6O2 and molecular weight 86.089 g/mol.
Is vinyl acetate hazardous?
vinyl acetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H332 — Harmful if inhaled; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of vinyl acetate?
For vinyl acetate, Upstream Products: acetic acid, 1,1-Ethanediol diacetate, ch3cho; Downstream Products: 2-Chloro-1-(3-chlorophenyl)ethanol, 1-imidazol-1-ylethyl acetate.
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