Methyl Formate

Name: Methyl Formate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010301

About Methyl Formate

Listed under CAS 107-31-3, Methyl Formate is an ether building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C2H4O2 and its molecular weight is 60.05 g/mol. It is also known as Methanoic acid methyl ester or Methyl methanoate.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl Formate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Formate
Catalogue No.	VQ-010301
CAS Number	107-31-3
IUPAC name	methyl formate
Molecular formula	C₂H₄O₂
Molecular weight	60.05 g/mol
Exact mass	60.0211
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	TZIHFWKZFHZASV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC=O
PubChem CID	7865

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Methanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl methanoate, Formic acid, methyl ester, Formic acid methyl ester, Formiate de methyle, Mravencan methylnaty, Methylester kyseliny mravenci, Metil (formiato di), Methyle (formiate de), Methyl ester of formic acid, Formic acid-methyl ester, Methyl formate, 97%, may cont. up to ca 3% methanol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H224Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P330, P337 + P317, 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 107-31-3

Synthesis

Methyl formate, 99%

CAS: 107-31-3
Formula: C₂H₄O₂
MW: 60.05 g/mol

VQ-019270

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl Formate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Formate is 107-31-3. It is also known as Methanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl methanoate, Formic acid, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Formate?

Methyl Formate has the molecular formula C2H4O2 and a molecular weight of 60.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl formate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Formate can I order?

We supply Methyl Formate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl Formate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Formate 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 Methyl Formate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Formate 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.