Methyl formylphenylacetate

Name: Methyl formylphenylacetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-031231

About Methyl formylphenylacetate

Methyl formylphenylacetate is an ester carrying the CAS registry number 5894-79-1. Its molecular formula is C10H10O3 and its molecular weight is 178.18 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 3-oxo-2-phenylpropanoate. Common synonyms include Malonaldehydic acid, phenyl-, methyl ester and Benzeneacetic acid, 2-formyl-, methyl ester.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Methyl formylphenylacetate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl formylphenylacetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-031231
CAS Number	5894-79-1
IUPAC name	methyl 3-oxo-2-phenylpropanoate
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	178.18 g/mol
Exact mass	178.063
InChIKey	ORJFSDFCHJQCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C(C=O)C1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	110729

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-formyl-, methyl ester, Malonaldehydic acid, phenyl-, methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, .alpha.-formyl-, methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-formyl-, methyl ester, methyl a-formylphenylacetate, methyl 3-oxo-2-phenyl-propanoate, Methyl alpha-formylphenylacetate, alpha-Formylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl alpha-formylbenzeneacetate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 Methyl formylphenylacetate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl formylphenylacetate is 5894-79-1. It is also known as Benzeneacetic acid, alpha-formyl-, methyl ester, Malonaldehydic acid, phenyl-, methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, .alpha.-formyl-, methyl ester.

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

Methyl formylphenylacetate has the molecular formula C10H10O3 and a molecular weight of 178.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3-oxo-2-phenylpropanoate.

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

We supply Methyl formylphenylacetate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl formylphenylacetate?

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

Yes. Methyl formylphenylacetate 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.