Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate (CAS 4660-80-4)
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Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate is a versatile compound involved in a range of scientific research applications. This cyclic ester of oxirane is a colorless liquid. Its solubility is limited in water but is more pronounced in substances like alcohol, ether, and acetone. The compound′s broad use in scientific research includes functioning as a reagent for organic synthesis and serving as a catalyst for the polymerization of styrene among other monomers. It′s also employed in the creation of substances such as food additives and fragrances. Ethyl oxirane-2-carboxylate contributes to the production of polymers, like polyethylene and polypropylene, and aids in the synthesis of biodegradable plastics. The exact mechanism through which ethyl oxirane-2-carboxylate operates remains unclear. However, it′s known to serve as a catalyst in the polymerization of styrene and other monomers, with the oxirane ring-opening reaction considered a primary action mechanism in this procedure.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate, 1 g | sc-234952 | 1 g | $136.00 |