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Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate

Also known as methyl (hydroxymethoxy)acetate

CAS 109745-70-2Formula C4H8O4Molar mass 120.10 g/mol
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Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate chemical structure, C4H8O4, CAS 109745-70-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
109745-70-2
Formula
C4H8O4
Molar mass
120.10 g/mol
HS code
291899
Category
Esters and lactones

What is Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H8O4 and a molar mass of 120.10 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 109745-70-2. The IUPAC name is methyl 2-(hydroxymethoxy)acetate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 2-(hydroxymethoxy)acetate
CAS number
109745-70-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 19757-97-2
Molecular formula
C4H8O4
InChIKey
RNVVYVPDHMKDTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H8O4/c1-7-4(6)2-8-3-5/h5H,2-3H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC(=O)COCO

Synonyms

  • methyl (hydroxymethoxy)acetate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
120.10 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
120.0423 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.87calc.
Topological polar surface area
55.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
8calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.75calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is traded under.

HS 2918.99Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone)…

World exports in 2024
$1.46B
−1.1% vs 2023, imports $1.54B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.0%
  2. India * partner reported26.6%
  3. Germany8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States25.6%
  2. Brazil6.7%
  3. Argentina5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate 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 Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate?

Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H8O4 and a molar mass of 120.10 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 109745-70-2. The IUPAC name is methyl 2-(hydroxymethoxy)acetate.

What is the CAS number of Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is 109745-70-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 19757-97-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate?

The molecular formula of Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is C4H8O4 and its molar mass is 120.10 g/mol.

What is Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate 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 Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate?

Methyl hydroxymethoxyacetate is usually classified under HS code 291899 (Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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