Benzyl methyl ether, 98%

Name: Benzyl methyl ether, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010281

About Benzyl methyl ether, 98%

Listed under CAS 538-86-3, Benzyl methyl ether is an ether building block available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C8H10O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methoxymethylbenzene. Alternative names: alpha-Methoxytoluene and (methoxymethyl)benzene.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.987 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for cosmetics and personal care and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and cosmetics and personal care.

Standard pack sizes are 25 mL and 100 mL, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cosmetics & personal care
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzyl methyl ether, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010281
CAS Number	538-86-3
IUPAC name	methoxymethylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀O
Molecular weight	122.16 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0732
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29093090
InChIKey	GQKZBCPTCWJTAS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COCC1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	10869

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	0.987 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	9.2 Å²
UN number	UN 3271
Synonyms	alpha-Methoxytoluene, (methoxymethyl)benzene, Methyl benzyl ether, Benzene, (methoxymethyl)-, Ether, benzyl methyl, .alpha.-Methoxytoluene, methoxyphenylmethane, 1-(methoxymethyl)benzene, benzylmethyl ether, .alpha.-Methylbenzyl ether, Benzyl methyl ether, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable 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 Benzyl methyl ether, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzyl methyl ether, 98% is 538-86-3. It is also known as alpha-Methoxytoluene, (methoxymethyl)benzene, Methyl benzyl ether.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl methyl ether, 98%?

Benzyl methyl ether, 98% has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methoxymethylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzyl methyl ether, 98% can I order?

We supply Benzyl methyl ether, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 mL, 100 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzyl methyl ether, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Benzyl methyl ether, 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 Benzyl methyl ether, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzyl methyl ether, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 3271), 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.