Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate
Also known as: Methyl p-vinylbenzoate, p-Vinylbenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-Vinylbenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-ethenyl-Benzoic acid methyl ester, 4-Styrenecarboxylic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 4-ethenyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-ethenylbenzoate
Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate (CAS 1076-96-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O2 and a molecular weight of 162.19 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 32-36ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 253.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.058g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1076-96-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-48728-5
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 162.19 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 32-36ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 253.1ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.058g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.06800 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.11620 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0186mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.551 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate is 1076-96-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate?
Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H10O2 and molecular weight 162.19 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate?
For Methyl 4-vinylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Vinylbenzoic acid, Trimethyloxonium tetrafluoroborate; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(2-oxoethyl)benzoate, Methyl 4-formylbenzoate, 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)benzoic acid.
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