Glycerol formal, 98%

Name: Glycerol formal, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010049

About Glycerol formal, 98%

Glycerol formal (CAS 99569-11-6) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. Formula C8H16O6, molecular weight 208.21 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1,3-dioxan-5-ol, 1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethanol. Alternative names: 4-hydroxymethyl-1,3-dioxolane and (1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol, 1,3-dioxan-5-ol.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and solvent and extraction work. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mL, 500 mL, 5 L and 25 L packs, Glycerol formal is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Glycerol formal, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010049
CAS Number	99569-11-6
Other CAS	4740-78-7
IUPAC name	1,3-dioxan-5-ol;1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethanol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆O₆
Molecular weight	208.21 g/mol
Exact mass	208.0947
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29051990
InChIKey	JIUMSISXCKWZTA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1C(COCO1)O.C1C(OCO1)CO
PubChem CID	251541

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 6
TPSA	77.4 Å²
Synonyms	4-hydroxymethyl-1,3-dioxolane, (1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol, 1,3-dioxan-5-ol, 1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethanol, 1,3(or 2,3)-O-methylene-1,2,3-propanetriol, (1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol, 1,3-dioxan-5-ol, Glycerol Formal (mixture), Glycerol formal, >=98.0% (GC), 1,3-dioxan-5-ol, 1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethan-1-ol, 1,3-Dioxan-5-ol--(1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol (1/1), (1,3-Dioxolan-4-yl)methanol compound with 1,3-dioxan-5-ol (1:1)

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 Glycerol formal, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Glycerol formal, 98% is 99569-11-6. It is also known as 4-hydroxymethyl-1,3-dioxolane, (1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol, 1,3-dioxan-5-ol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycerol formal, 98%?

Glycerol formal, 98% has the molecular formula C8H16O6 and a molecular weight of 208.21 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Glycerol formal, 98% can I order?

We supply Glycerol formal, 98% in (98%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Glycerol formal, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Glycerol formal, 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 Glycerol formal, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Glycerol formal, 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.