Description
Trimethoxymethane ; (methyl orthoformate)
| CAS | 149-73-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H10O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 106.12 |
| Shelf Life | 60 Months |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Physical State at 20 °C | Liquid | Colour | Clear Colorless |
| Odour | Pungent,Aromatic, ester-like | Melting Point/ Freezing Point [°C] | -53°C |
| Auto-Ignition Temperature [°C] | 255 °C | Flammability (Solid, Gas) | Flammable |
| Flash Point [°C] | 13 °C | Boiling Point [°C] | 101 – 102 °C |
| Initial Boiling Point [°C] | 101 °C | Final Boiling Point [°C] | 102 °C |
| Vapour Pressure [20°C] | 53 hPa at 30 °C | Vapour Density | 3.67 |
| Density [g/cm3] | 0.9676 | Solubility in Water [% weight] | Hydrolyzes in water |
| Partition Coefficient Log POW Octanol / Water at 20°C | 0.3 | Explosion Limits – Upper [%] | 5.10% |
| Explosion Limits -Lower [%] | 1.40% | ||
| Specifications | |||
| Appearance | Colorless liquid | Purity (By Gc) | Min 98.0% |
| Density (D20°C/4°C) | 0.96 – 0.970 g/ml | Identity (Ir) | Conforms |
| Dangerous Goods Information | |||
| UN Number | 3272 | DG Class | 3 |
| Safety Information & Hazard Symbols | |
| Symbol | GHS02, GHS07 |
| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statement | H225-H319 |
| Precaution Statement | P210-P305 + P351 + P338 |















