Triethyl Orthoformate PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Linear Formula:  C7H16O3
Molecular Weight:  148.2
CAS Number: 122-51-0

Properties

Vapour pressure 2.9 mmHg (20 °C)
Assay Purity >= 99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.391 (lit.)
B pt. 146 °C (lit.)
M pt. - 76 °C (lit.)
Density 0.891 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H226
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P242 - P243
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29159099
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 2524

Description

Application
Triethyl orthoformate is used in the preparation of aldehydes esters and heterocyclic compounds especially in pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

Purpose
The main purpose of triethyl orthoformate is to act as a formylating agent and intermediate in chemical reactions helping in the synthesis of various organic compounds.

General Description
Triethyl orthoformate is a colorless liquid organic compound with a mild odor commonly used as a reagent in organic synthesis.