Sodium ethoxide, ~96%

Name: Sodium ethoxide, ~96%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000972

About Sodium ethoxide, ~96%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Sodium ethoxide, a synthetic reagent registered under CAS number 141-52-6 with a typical assay of ≥96%. The compound has the formula C2H5NaO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 68.05 g/mol. The IUPAC name is sodium ethanolate. Common synonyms include Sodium ethylate and Ethoxysodium.

In its supplied form it is a faint yellow to yellow and faint beige to beige powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 260 °C. 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.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and catalysis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Sodium ethoxide in 250 g, 1 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium ethoxide, ~96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000972
CAS Number	141-52-6
IUPAC name	sodium ethanolate
Molecular formula	C₂H₅NaO
Molecular weight	68.05 g/mol
Exact mass	68.0238
Purity / assay	≥96%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	QDRKDTQENPPHOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC[O-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	2723922

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Faint yellow to yellow and faint beige to beige powder
Melting point	260 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.1 Å²
Synonyms	Sodium ethylate, Ethoxysodium, Caustic alcohol, Ethanol, sodium salt, Ethyl alcohol, sodium salt, sodiumethoxide, Sodium Ethoxide (>85%), sodiumethanolate, C2H5NaO, ethoxy sodium, sodium-ethoxide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H251Self-heating, may catch fire
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P235, P260, P264, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P363, P405, P407, P410, P413, P420, 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

Other grades of CAS 141-52-6

Technical

Sodium Ethoxide

CAS: 141-52-6
Formula: C₂H₅NaO
MW: 68.05 g/mol

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Sodium ethoxide solution, 21 wt. % in ethanol, solution

CAS: 141-52-6
Formula: C₂H₅NaO
MW: 68.05 g/mol

VQ-000971

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium ethoxide, ~96%?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium ethoxide, ~96% is 141-52-6. It is also known as Sodium ethylate, Ethoxysodium, Caustic alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium ethoxide, ~96%?

Sodium ethoxide, ~96% has the molecular formula C2H5NaO and a molecular weight of 68.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium ethanolate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium ethoxide, ~96% can I order?

We supply Sodium ethoxide, ~96% in (≥96%) grade, in 250 g, 1 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sodium ethoxide, ~96%?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium ethoxide, ~96% 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 Sodium ethoxide, ~96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium ethoxide, ~96% 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.