β-Propiolactone

CAS Number57-57-8
FormulaC3H4O2
Mol. Weight72.06 g/mol
β-Propiolactone
What is β-Propiolactone?
β-Propiolactone is a chemical compound with CAS number 57-57-8 and molecular formula C3H4O2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Specifications
Molecular Weight
72.06 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥90%
Boiling Point
162 °C(lit.)
Density
1.146 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS06
GHS08Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H330-H350
Precautionary Statements
P201-P260-P284-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Melting Point
−33 °C(lit.)
EC Number
200-340-1
WGK Germany
3
