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Organic Chemicals

Methylal

RA003177 CAS 109-87-5 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA003177
CAS number
109-87-5
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
98%
Molecular formula
C3H8O2
Molecular weight
76.09

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Relative density, gas (air=1) 0.86 g/mL g/mL
Colour Colorless —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -105 °C °C
Flash point [°C] -18 °C °C
Initial boiling point [°C] 41 °C °C
Final boiling point [°C] 43 °C °C
Vapour pressure [20°C] 439.8 hPa hPa
Density [g/cm3] 0.86 g/cm3 g/cm3

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit Method
Appearance Clear colourless liquid — —
Purity Min 98.0 % % GC
Identity Passes test — IR
Density (20 °C) 0.858 - 0.860 g/mL g/mL —
Water Max 0.3 % % KF

Packaging

Pack size SKU
500 mL RA003177-PK-500ML
2.5 L RA003177-PK-2.5L