Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate

Name: Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043362

About Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate

Listed under CAS 81065-82-9, Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C9H8O3, it has a molar mass of 164.16 g/mol. Alternative names: Methyl benzoylformate and Methyl phenylglyoxalate.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-043362
CAS Number	81065-82-9
IUPAC name	methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate
Molecular formula	C₉H₈O₃
Molecular weight	164.16 g/mol
Exact mass	164.0473
InChIKey	YLHXLHGIAMFFBU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	84835

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl benzoylformate, Methyl phenylglyoxalate, Methyl oxophenylacetate, Methyl phenylglyoxylate, Benzoylformic acid methyl ester, Phenylglyoxylic acid methyl ester, Phenylglyoxylic acid, methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, .alpha.-oxo-, methyl ester, methyl oxo(phenyl)acetate, Glyoxylic acid, phenyl-, methyl ester, alpha-oxobenzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-oxo-, methyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + 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 Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate is 81065-82-9. It is also known as Methyl benzoylformate, Methyl phenylglyoxalate, Methyl oxophenylacetate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate?

Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate can I order?

We supply Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate 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 Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate 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.