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CAS No.:

109-87-5

Grade:

Industrial Grade

Content:

99%

Port:

Shanghai

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170kg/Drum

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2026-09-13

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Chemical

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    🧪 Basic Information

    • English Name: Dimethoxymethane, Methylal

    • Molecular Formula: C₃H₈O₂

    • Molecular Weight: 76.10 g/mol


    ⚛️ Physical and Chemical Properties
    Methylal is a colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor and is highly volatile.



    Parameter Details
    Melting Point -105 °C
    Boiling Point 41 – 43 °C
    Flash Point -18 °C to -32 °C (closed cup), extremely flammable
    Density Approx. 0.86 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
    Solubility Soluble in water (28.5–32.3 g/100 ml at 20°C); miscible with most organic solvents
    Vapor Pressure 42.6 kPa at 20°C, indicating very high volatility
    Explosion Limits 2.2% – 19.9% by volume in air (broad explosion range)

    ⚠️ Safety and Hazards
    Methylal is classified as a hazardous chemical and must be handled in strict compliance with safety regulations.

    • Hazard Classification: Highly flammable liquid and vapor (H225); causes eye irritation (H319); may cause drowsiness or dizziness (H336).

    Key Risks:

    • Fire/Explosion Hazard: Vapors can form explosive mixtures with air. Extremely flammable and explosive in the presence of ignition sources or high heat.

    • Chemical Reactivity: May form explosive peroxides upon exposure to air or light. Reacts violently with strong oxidizers and strong bases, posing fire and explosion risks.

    • Health Hazards: Irritating to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Inhalation of high concentrations may cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness, or even unconsciousness. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause skin dryness.

    Transport Information: UN No. 1234, Class 3 Flammable Liquid, Packing Group II.

    Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse, away from sources of ignition and heat. Storage temperature should not exceed 30°C. Keep away from oxidizers and acids; do not store together. Containers must be tightly sealed.


    🏭 Major Applications

    • Organic Solvent: An excellent solvent used in the production of anion-exchange resins and widely used in perfumes, paints/coatings, inks, cleaning agents, and other products.

    • Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a raw material for synthesizing other chemicals, such as polyoxymethylene dimethyl ethers (PODE). Also used as a reaction medium for organometallic reactions such as Grignard reactions.

    • Other Uses: Used in electronic component cleaning, specialty fuels, and other fields.

    Items Specifications
    Content(%) 86~90
    Moistur(%) ≤0.01
    Hazen 5
    ECHEMI Editorial Reference
    Methylal is a low-boiling solvent, stable in the presence of alkalis and mild acids, and to high temperatures and pressures. It differs from other ethers in that it forms only minute omounts of peroxides. It will dissolve such synthetic resins as nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate and propionate, ethyl cellulose, vinyl, ''Epons'' and polystyrene, and also many of the natural gums and waxes. Methylal as a latent solvent is activated by the addition of esters, ketones or alcohols. Its evaporation

    Basic Info
    Product Name:

    Dimethoxymethane

    Other Name:

    Methane,dimethoxy-;Dimethoxymethane;Anesthenyl;Formal;Methylal;Methylene dimethyl ether;Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal;Dimethyl formal;Methoxymethyl methyl ether;Formaldehyde methyl ketal;2,4-Dioxapentane;Bis(methoxy)methane;ODS;1,1-Dimethoxymethane;Methylene glycol dimethyl ether;Oxymethylene dimethyl ether;Solvalid DMM 100

    CAS No.:

    109-87-5

    Molecular Formula:

    C3H8O2

    InChIKeys:

    InChIKey=NKDDWNXOKDWJAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

    Molecular Weight:

    76.09440

    Exact Mass:

    76.09

    EC Number:

    203-714-2

    UNII:

    7H1M4G2NUE

    ICSC Number:

    1152

    UN Number:

    1234

    DSSTox ID:

    DTXSID1025564

    Color/Form:

    COLORLESS, CLEAR LIQUID|Colorless solid.

    HScode:

    2909199090

    Categories:

    Characteristics
    PSA:

    18.46000

    XLogP3:

    0.23670

    Appearance:

    Methylal appears as a clear colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Flash point 0°F. Boiling point 42.3°C. Density 0.864 g / cm3 at 68°F (20°C). Vapors heavier than air.

    Density:

    0.8593 g/cm3 @ Temp: 20 °C

    Melting Point:

    -105 °C

    Boiling Point:

    41.6 °C @ Press: 760 Torr

    Flash Point:

    -18ºC

    Refractive Index:

    1.3525-1.3545

    Water Solubility:

    H2O: 32.3 g/100 mL (16 ºC)

    Storage Conditions:

    2-8ºC

    Vapor Pressure:

    364.565mmHg at 25°C

    Vapor Density:

    2.6

    Toxicity:

    LD50 orally in Rabbit: 6653 mg/kg

    Flammability characteristics:

    Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.

    Explosive limit:

    vol% in air: 2.2 19.9

    Odor:

    CHLOROFORM ODOR

    Taste:

    PUNGENT TASTE

    OH:

    4.90e-12 cm3/molecule*sec

    Henrys Law Constant:

    1.73e-04 atm-m3/mole|Henry's Law constant= 1.63X10-4 atm-cu m/mole (calc).

    Experimental Properties:

    HYDROLYZE READILY IN PRESENCE OF ACIDS TO GENERATE ALDEHYDES /KETALS/|Sat conc 1,367 g/cu m @ 20 °C|Ratio of specific heats of vapor (gas)= 1.0888

    Air and Water Reactions:

    Highly flammable. Water soluble.

    Reactive Group:

    Acetals, Ketals, Hemiacetals, and Hemiketals

    Reactivity Alerts:

    Highly Flammable

    Reactivity Profile:

    METHYLAL, an acetal, is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and acids (NIOSH, 2016). Breaks down to formaldehyde and methanol in acidic solutions. A very dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame or oxidizing agents. May ignite or explode if heated with oxygen [Lewis].

    Peroxide Forming Chemical:

    Dimethoxymethane|D: Other compounds that may form peroxides|2 samples had >100 ppm peroxide; age 2-10 yrs|Kelly|Molem, M. J. et al., Chem. Abs., 1975, 83, 45495

    Autoignition Temperature:

    459 °F (USCG, 1999)|459 °F (237 °C)|235 °C

    Heat of Combustion:

    -10,970 BTU/LB= -6,100 CAL/G= -255X10+5 JL/KG

    Ionization Potential:

    10.00 eV

    Flammable Limits:

    Lower flammable limit: 2.2% by volume; Upper flammable limit: 13.8% by volume|Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.

    Physical Dangers:

    The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

    Heat of Vaporization:

    161.5 BTU/LB= 89.8 CAL/G= 3.76X10+5 JL/KG

    Critical Temperature & Pressure:

    CRITICAL TEMP: 419 °F= 215 °C= 488 DEG K

    Hazard Identification

    Classification of the substance or mixture

    Flammable liquids, Category 2

    GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

    Pictogram(s)
    Signal word

    Danger

    Hazard statement(s)

    H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour

    Precautionary statement(s)
    Prevention

    P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

    P233 Keep container tightly closed.

    P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.

    P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment.

    P242 Use non-sparking tools.

    P243 Take action to prevent static discharges.

    P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...

    Response

    P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse affected areas with water [or shower].

    P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.

    Storage

    P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

    Disposal

    P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

    Other hazards which do not result in classification

    no data available

    Handling and Storage

    Precautions for safe handling

    NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with strong oxidizing agents or strong bases. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

    Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

    Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Store only if stabilized.

  • Seller Information
    Business Type:

    Trader

    Main Products:

    Chemical

    Location:

    Room 504-506, Bldg. E Poly Plaza No. 18 Dong fang Road, Pudong Shanghai 200120

    Payment Terms:

    L/C,TT against B/L draft before shipment,100% TT in advance

    Total Annual Revenue:

    $25 million-$50 million

    Total Employees:

    501-1000

    Year of Establishment:

    2004

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