Ethyl propiolate
Agent Name
Ethyl propiolate
CAS Number
623-47-2
Formula
C5-H6-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Propynoic acid, ethyl ester; [ChemIDplus] Ethyl acetylenecarboxylate; [Merck Index] UN3272
Category
Esters, Other
Description
Colorless liquid with a pungent odor; mp = 9 deg C; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in organic synthesis and as a peptide coupling reagent; [Merck Index]
Comments
A skin, respiratory tract, and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Esters, n.o.s."
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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