
Catalog Number	AR0037T1
Chemical Name	2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1-ethoxyethyl ester
CAS Number	51920-52-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.195
MDL Number	MFCD28362058
SMILES	CCOC(OC(=O)C(=C)C)C

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1-ethoxyethyl ester, also known as ethyl α-methylacrylate, is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable building block in organic chemistry and finds application in various synthetic pathways. Due to its unique molecular structure, ethyl α-methylacrylate is commonly employed in the preparation of polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals. Its reactivity and compatibility with a variety of functional groups make it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Additionally, ethyl α-methylacrylate exhibits excellent stability under a wide range of reaction conditions, making it a preferred choice in the development of novel chemical compounds.