Identification | ||
Name | Methyl propionate | |
Synonyms | Propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl propylate | |
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Molecular Structure |
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Molecular Formula | C4H8O2 | |
Molecular Weight | 88.11 | |
CAS Registry Number | 554-12-1 | |
EINECS | 209-060-4 | |
Properties | ||
Density | 0.915 | |
Melting point | -88 ºC | |
Boiling point | 78-79 ºC | |
Refractive index | 1.377 | |
Flash point | -2 ºC | |
Water solubility | 5 g/100 mL at 20 ºC |