2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%

Name: 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010252

About 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%

2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane (CAS 497-26-7) is an ether building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C4H8O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 88.11 g/mol. Common synonyms include Acetaldehyde ethylene acetal and 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-methyl-.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.982 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 “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane in 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010252
CAS Number	497-26-7
IUPAC name	2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane
Molecular formula	C₄H₈O₂
Molecular weight	88.11 g/mol
Exact mass	88.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29329900
InChIKey	HTWIZMNMTWYQRN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1OCCO1
PubChem CID	10342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.982 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	18.5 Å²
UN number	UN 1993
Synonyms	Acetaldehyde ethylene acetal, 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyldioxolane, Methyl dioxolane, 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxacyclopentane, cis-methyldioxolane, Methyldioxolane, 2-Methyldioxole, Dioxolane, methyl-, cis methyldioxolane, Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 2-methyldioxolan

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264 + P265, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317, 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 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% is 497-26-7. It is also known as Acetaldehyde ethylene acetal, 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyldioxolane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%?

2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% has the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molecular weight of 88.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 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 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1993), 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.