Methyl formate PurTech Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data]
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Synonym: Formic acid methyl ester
Linear Formula:
C2H4O2
Molecular Weight: 136.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 93-58-3
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 32.91 psi ( 55 °C) |
| Autoignition temp. | 842 °F |
| Explosion limit | 23 % |
| Assay Purity | ? 98.5 % |
| B pt. | 32-34 °C (lit.) |
| M pt. | ?100 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 0.974 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Form | Liquid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H224,H301 + H311 + H331,H319,H335,H370 |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - P233 - P280 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P403 + P233 |
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| Signal word | Warning |
| HS Code | 29163190 |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| UN Number | NA |
Description
Application
Methyl formate is used in the manufacture of formamide dimethylformamide and other chemical products. It is also used as a solvent and blowing agent in foam production.
Purpose
The main purpose of methyl formate is to act as an intermediate in chemical synthesis and industrial manufacturing. It also helps in producing solvents pesticides and pharmaceutical compounds.
General Description
Methyl formate is a colorless volatile liquid with a pleasant ether-like odor. It is the ester of formic acid and methanol having the chemical formula CHO.
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