Methyl 2-fluoroacrylate (MFA) is a chemical compound classified as an acrylate ester. The molecular formula is C4H5FO2 and the molecular weight is 104.08. The systematic name of this chemical is methyl 2-fluoroprop-2-enoate. It is used in industrial chemistry to produce acrylate polymers with mechanical and optical properties,[1] and insect antifeedant 2-azabicyclo[2.1.1]hexane.[2]

Hazards

MFA is highly flammable and can be harmful if inhaled, in contact with skin, or if swallowed. It is irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.[3]

References

  1. ^ Fu, Boqiao; Cao, Zhen; Wu, Boying; Mao, Chongyang; Qin, Caiqin; Chen, Shigui (2022-08-12). "Novel facile method for the synthesis of methyl 2-fluoro-3-hydroxypropanoate from Claisen salts and formaldehyde in water". Phosphorus, Sulfur, and Silicon and the Related Elements. 197 (12): 1277–1283. doi:10.1080/10426507.2022.2097232. ISSN 1042-6507.
  2. ^ Wiesmann, U. N.; DiDonato, S.; Herschkowitz, N. N. (1975-10-27). "Effect of chloroquine on cultured fibroblasts: release of lysosomal hydrolases and inhibition of their uptake". Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications. 66 (4): 1338–1343. doi:10.1016/0006-291x(75)90506-9. ISSN 1090-2104. PMID 4.
  3. ^ Material Safety Data Sheet. SynQuest Laboratories, Inc. Alachua, FL. Revised February, 2011


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