TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE,
STABILIZED Revision: 22.09.2020
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Acrylic ester used for polymer manufacturing and as a raw For further information regarding this product please refer to:
material for syntheses.
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Molar Mass(g/mol): 128.17
Chemical formula:
Stoichiometric formula: C7H12O2
CAS: 141-32-2
Property Typical Value Unit Method1
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid - Visually
Butyl acrylate (without IBA) min. 99.5 %
Butyl acetate max. 0.05 %
Butyl propionate max. 0.09 %
Isobutyl acrylate (IBA) max. 0.15 %
Dibutyl ether max. 0.04 %
Butanol max. 0.03 %
Other organic impurities max. 0.15 %
Acidity (as Acrylic acid) max. 0.009 % ASTM D 1613
Color max. 10 APHA ASTM D 1209
Water max. 0.05 % ASTM E 1064
Inhibitor (MEHQ) * 0.001 - 0.002 % ASTM D 3125
Refractive index ** 1.417 – 1.421 - DIN 51 423/ASTM D 1218
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internal method based upon the specified norm
* The inhibitor content can be increased above the standard limit as per customer’s request
** nD20
Application Advice
N-butyl acrylate is used primarily for manufacturing homopolymers and copolymers. N-butyl acrylate can be copolymerized for instance
with acrylic acid and its salts, esters and acrylamide, with methacrylic acid, methacrylates, acrylonitrile, styrene, maleic acid esters, vinyl
acetate, vinyl chloride, butadiene, unsaturated polyesters etc. N-butyl acrylate is an important raw material and a starting material for
many chemical syntheses.
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE,
STABILIZED Revision: 22.09.2020
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Parameter Value, Unit
Appearance, form Transparent, colorless, clear liquid
Odor Typical, pungent
Boiling point 147 – 148 °C
Melting point -64.6 °C
Vapour pressure at 0°C 0.14 kPa
Vapour pressure at 20°C 0.544 kPa
Vapour pressure at 50°C 2.84 kPa
Flash point (Closed cup) 36 – 40 °C
Flash point (Open cup) 47 – 48 °C
Explosion limit – upper at 126 °C 8.6 % v/v
Autoignition temperature 293 °C
Heat of evaporation at boiling point 292 kJ / kg
Heat of polymerization 504 kJ / kg
Heat of combustion 29385 kJ / kg
Specific heat of liquid at 20°C 1.98 kJ / kg.K
Density of liquid at 20°C 899 kg / m3
Vapour density (air=1) 4.4
-3
Coefficient of cubic expansion 1.15 × 10
Refractive index at 20°C 1.415 – 1.418
Viscosity at 0°C 1.28 mPa.s
Viscosity at 20°C 0.92 mPa.s
Surface tension at 20°C 25 mN / m
Solubility ester in water 2g/l
Solubility water in ester 7g/l
Electrical conductivity 1.7 × 104 pS / m
Shipping and Storage
N-butyl acrylate is transported in specially equipped railway cars or tanker trucks.
Transport containers are filled to a maximum of 94% of their capacity.
In order to prevent spontaneous polymerization, n-butyl acrylate must always be stored under air, never under inert gases.
The air (oxygen presence is required for a proper functionality of the stabilizer. Product storage temperature must not exceed
35°C. Under these conditions, a storage stability of one year can be expected.
It is advisable to minimize the likelihood of n-butyl acrylate overstorage by a strict observance of the “first-in-first-out” storage
principle. For storage periods extended over one month, it is advisable to replenish the dissolved oxygen content in the
product by suitable aeration.
Stainless steel or aluminium is the recommended material for storage tanks and piping. Even though n-butyl acrylate does
not corrode carbon steel, there is a risk of product contamination if corrosion occurs. All metal made equipment (tanks,
pumps, piping etc.) must be earthed.
All national laws and directives, as well as local regulations governing storage, handling, distribution and disposal of
flammable liquids must be strictly observed. Avoid exposure to high temperatures, sparks, flame, light and frost. Keep
separated from oxidizing materials. Keep the container tightly closed.
For additional detailed information see the brochure „SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE OF ACRYLIC ESTERS“, issued
by the European Basic Acrylic Monomers Manufacturers Association (EBAM).
Product Safety
Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet for safety information.
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(including as to infringement of third party intellectual property rights), (ii) any and all liability, including without limitation special, consequential or incidental damages, and (iii) any and all
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products is given by us in good faith and it is entirely for you to satisfy yourself fully as to the suitability of Synthomer products for any particular purpose. Synthomer products are sold in
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