2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+

Name: 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001769

About 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methoxy ethanol (AR grade), an analytical reagent grade solvent registered under CAS number 109-86-4 at a purity of ≥99%. Its molecular formula is C3H8O2 and its molecular weight is 76.09 g/mol. It is also known as Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether or Methyl glycol.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span analytical reagent work, extraction and recrystallisation, titrimetric analysis and solvent and extraction work. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methoxy ethanol in 500 mL, 5 L and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical reagent work
Extraction & recrystallisation
Titrimetric analysis
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-001769
CAS Number	109-86-4
IUPAC name	2-methoxyethanol
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₂
Molecular weight	76.09 g/mol
Exact mass	76.0524
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29094400
InChIKey	XNWFRZJHXBZDAG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COCCO
PubChem CID	8019

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	29.5 Å²
UN number	UN 1188
Synonyms	Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether, Methyl glycol, EGME, Methyl cellosolve, Ethanol, 2-methoxy-, Methyl oxitol, 2-Methoxy-1-ethanol, Dowanol EM, Methylglykol, Methoxyhydroxyethane, 3-Oxa-1-butanol, Monomethyl glycol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P405

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

Other grades of CAS 109-86-4

Synthesis

2-Methoxy ethanol, 99%

CAS: 109-86-4
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-001965

AR / GC

2-Methoxy ethanol, AR, for GC >99%

CAS: 109-86-4
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-045933

HPLC

2-Methoxy ethanol, for HPLC 99%+

CAS: 109-86-4
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-001716

Spectroscopy

2-Methoxy ethanol, for spectroscopy

CAS: 109-86-4
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-045958

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ is 109-86-4. It is also known as Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether, Methyl glycol, EGME.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+?

2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula C3H8O2 and a molecular weight of 76.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methoxyethanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) 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 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ 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 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methoxy ethanol, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1188), 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.