Methylal, 99%

Name: Methylal, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001924

About Methylal, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methylal (Synthesis grade), a laboratory solvent registered under CAS number 109-87-5 at a purity of 99%. Its molecular formula is C3H8O2 and its molecular weight is 76.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is dimethoxymethane. Common synonyms include Formal and Methane, dimethoxy-.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. 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 reaction medium, extraction and work-up, cleaning and rinsing and polymer and resin production. It is used across academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methylal in 500 mL and 180 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Reaction medium
Extraction & work-up
Cleaning & rinsing
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methylal, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001924
CAS Number	109-87-5
IUPAC name	dimethoxymethane
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₂
Molecular weight	76.09 g/mol
Exact mass	76.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29110010
InChIKey	NKDDWNXOKDWJAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COCOC
PubChem CID	8020

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

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

Puriss

Dimethoxy methane, 99.7%+

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

VQ-001908

Synthesis

Dimethoxy methane, 99%

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

VQ-001907

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methylal, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methylal, 99% is 109-87-5. It is also known as Formal, Methane, dimethoxy-, Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methylal, 99%?

Methylal, 99% 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 Methylal, 99% can I order?

We supply Methylal, 99% in Synthesis (99%) 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 Methylal, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Methylal, 99% 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 Methylal, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methylal, 99% 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.