Trimethyl Orthoformate CAS 149-73-5

Product Name  Trimethyl Orthoformate

Identification

Synonyms  Trimethoxymethane; Methyl orthoformate

Molecular Formula  C₄H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight   106.12

CAS Number       149-73-5

EINECS/ELINCS    205-745-7
                    

Properties

Appearance  Colorless clear liquid

Melting Point  -53 ºC

Boiling Point 101-102 ºC

Flash Point    13 ºC

Density(at 20℃)  0.97g/ml

Water solubility  10 g/L (hydrolysis)

Specification

ITEMS	SPECIFICATIONS
APPEARANCE	COLORLESS TRANSPARENT LIQUID LIQUID
COLOR(APHA)	20 APHA MAX
PURITY	99.20% MIN
METHYL FORMATE	0.2% MAX
METHANOL	0.3% MAX
WATER	0.1% MAX

Application 

Intermediate for pesticizes.

Packing and Storage

Packing  200kgs net plastic drum

Storage  Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are

opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Store in cool place.

Safety information

UN 3272    Class 3    Packing Group II