Ethyl glycolate, 98%

Name: Ethyl glycolate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008805

About Ethyl glycolate, 98%

Listed under CAS 623-50-7, Ethyl glycolate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C4H8O3, it has a molar mass of 104.1 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is ethyl 2-hydroxyacetate. Alternative names: Ethyl hydroxyacetate and Hydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester.

It is supplied as a liquid. Reported physical data include a boiling point of 158-159 °C and a density of 1.1 g/mL at 25 °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.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, Ethyl glycolate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl glycolate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008805
CAS Number	623-50-7
IUPAC name	ethyl 2-hydroxyacetate
Molecular formula	C₄H₈O₃
Molecular weight	104.1 g/mol
Exact mass	104.0473
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29333990
InChIKey	ZANNOFHADGWOLI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)CO
PubChem CID	12184

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Boiling point	158-159 °C
Density	1.1 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Ethyl hydroxyacetate, Hydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl glycollate, Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, 4-03-00-00580 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), Acetic acid, hydroxy, ethyl ester, Acetic acid, 2hydroxy, ethyl ester, Acetic acid, hydroxy-, ethyl ester, Glycolic Acid Ethyl Ester, Ethyl glycolate, 98%, ethyl-hydroxyacetate, hydroxy acetic acid ethyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, 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 Ethyl glycolate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl glycolate, 98% is 623-50-7. It is also known as Ethyl hydroxyacetate, Hydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl glycollate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl glycolate, 98%?

Ethyl glycolate, 98% has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 2-hydroxyacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl glycolate, 98% can I order?

We supply Ethyl glycolate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl glycolate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl glycolate, 98% 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 Ethyl glycolate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl glycolate, 98% is classified as hazardous, 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.