Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+

Name: Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001908

About Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+

Dimethoxy methane is a laboratory solvent in Puriss grade carrying the CAS registry number 109-87-5 with a typical assay of 99.7%. Its molecular formula is C3H8O2 and its molecular weight is 76.09 g/mol. It is also known as Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal or Methylal.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 41-42 °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.

Key uses span reaction medium, extraction and work-up and cleaning and rinsing. It is used across academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL and 180 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Reaction medium
Extraction & work-up
Cleaning & rinsing

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-001908
CAS Number	109-87-5
IUPAC name	dimethoxymethane
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₂
Molecular weight	76.09 g/mol
Exact mass	76.0524
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99.7%
HSN code	29110010
InChIKey	NKDDWNXOKDWJAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COCOC
PubChem CID	8020

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Boiling point	41-42 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	18.5 Å²
UN number	UN 1234
Synonyms	Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal, Methylal, Formal, Methane, dimethoxy-, Dimethyl formal, Anesthenyl, 2,4-Dioxapentane, Methylene dimethyl ether, Bis(methoxy)methane, Methoxymethyl methyl ether, Formaldehyde methyl ketal, Metylal

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, 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 109-87-5

AR

Dimethoxy methane anhydrous, AR 99.5%

CAS: 109-87-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-047139

Synthesis

Dimethoxy methane, 99%

CAS: 109-87-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-001907

Synthesis

Methylal, 99%

CAS: 109-87-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

VQ-001924

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ is 109-87-5. It is also known as Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal, Methylal, Formal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+?

Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ has the molecular formula C3H8O2 and a molecular weight of 76.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dimethoxymethane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ can I order?

We supply Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ in Puriss (99.7%) grade, in 500 mL, 180 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+?

Yes. Every lot of Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ 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 Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1234), 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.