Paraldehyde, 97%

Name: Paraldehyde, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010304

About Paraldehyde, 97%

Listed under CAS 123-63-7, Paraldehyde is an ether building block available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 97%. The compound has the formula C6H12O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 132.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane. Alternative names: 2,4,6-Trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxacyclohexane and s-Trimethyltrioxymethylene.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.994 g/mL at 20 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include polymer and resin production, food and flavour applications and solvent and extraction work. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 5 L and 200 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymer & resin production
Food & flavour applications
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Paraldehyde, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010304
CAS Number	123-63-7
IUPAC name	2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	132.16 g/mol
Exact mass	132.0786
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29125000
InChIKey	SQYNKIJPMDEDEG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1OC(OC(O1)C)C
PubChem CID	31264

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.994 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	27.7 Å²
UN number	UN 1264
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxacyclohexane, s-Trimethyltrioxymethylene, Acetaldehyde trimer, Paracetaldehyde, Paral, Paraldeide, p-Acetaldehyde, 1,3,5-Trioxane, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, Acetaldehyde, trimer, 1,3,5-Trimethyl-2,4,6-trioxane, Paraldehyde Enema (BPC 1973), Paraldehyde (USP)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Paraldehyde, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Paraldehyde, 97% is 123-63-7. It is also known as 2,4,6-Trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxacyclohexane, s-Trimethyltrioxymethylene, Acetaldehyde trimer.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Paraldehyde, 97%?

Paraldehyde, 97% has the molecular formula C6H12O3 and a molecular weight of 132.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Paraldehyde, 97% can I order?

We supply Paraldehyde, 97% in Synthesis (97%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Paraldehyde, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Paraldehyde, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Paraldehyde, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Paraldehyde, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 1264), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.