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Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide

Also known as Methanol, hydroperoxy-, Hydroperoxymethanol

CAS 15932-89-5Formula CH4O3Molar mass 64.04 g/mol
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Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide chemical structure, CH4O3, CAS 15932-89-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
15932-89-5
Formula
CH4O3
Molar mass
64.04 g/mol
HS code
290960
Category
Initiators, curing agents and crosslinkers

What is Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula CH4O3 and a molar mass of 64.04 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 15932-89-5. The IUPAC name is hydroperoxymethanol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
hydroperoxymethanol
CAS number
15932-89-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
CH4O3
InChIKey
NEZWFWIACBUQMN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/CH4O3/c2-1-4-3/h2-3H,1H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(O)OO

Synonyms

  • Methanol, hydroperoxy-
  • Hydroperoxymethanol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
64.04 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
64.016 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
49.69 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
4calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
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.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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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 Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is traded under.

HS 2909.60Indicative HS code

Alcohol peroxides, ether peroxides, acetal and hemiacetal peroxides, ketone peroxides…

World exports in 2024
$498M
−0.2% vs 2023, imports $522M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.5%
  2. Germany16.2%
  3. United States10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States11.4%
  2. Germany8.4%
  3. South Korea7.3%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide 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 Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide?

Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula CH4O3 and a molar mass of 64.04 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 15932-89-5. The IUPAC name is hydroperoxymethanol.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide?

The CAS registry number of Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is 15932-89-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide?

The molecular formula of Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is CH4O3 and its molar mass is 64.04 g/mol.

What is Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide used for?

Known uses and roles of Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide include initiators and catalysts in plastics and polymers and curing agents and crosslinkers in plastics and polymers.

Is Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide 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 Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide?

Hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide is usually classified under HS code 290960 (Alcohol peroxides, ether peroxides, acetal and hemiacetal peroxides, ketone peroxides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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