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Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-

Also known as hydroxy peracetic acid, Hydroxyethaneperoxoic acid

CAS 21860-08-2Formula C2H4O4Molar mass 92.05 g/mol
Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- chemical structure, C2H4O4, CAS 21860-08-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
21860-08-2
Formula
C2H4O4
Molar mass
92.05 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Disinfectants and oxidizers

What is Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H4O4 and a molar mass of 92.05 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21860-08-2. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethaneperoxoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxyethaneperoxoic acid
CAS number
21860-08-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C2H4O4
InChIKey
IUEZWLCUORJBDZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H4O4/c3-1-2(4)6-5/h3,5H,1H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(C(=O)OO)O

Synonyms

  • hydroxy peracetic acid
  • Hydroxyethaneperoxoic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
92.05 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
92.011 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.01calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-?

Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H4O4 and a molar mass of 92.05 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21860-08-2. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethaneperoxoic acid.

What is the CAS number of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-?

The CAS registry number of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is 21860-08-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-?

The molecular formula of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is C2H4O4 and its molar mass is 92.05 g/mol.

What is Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- used for?

Known uses and roles of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- include initiators and catalysts in plastics and polymers, curing agents and crosslinkers in plastics and polymers and disinfectants in water treatment.

Is Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy-?

Ethaneperoxoic acid, hydroxy- is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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