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Methyl trityl ether

Also known as Methyl triphenylmethyl ether, Trityl methyl ether, Ether, methyl trityl

CAS 596-31-6Formula C20H18OMolar mass 274.36 g/molEC 690-628-7
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Methyl trityl ether chemical structure, C20H18O, CAS 596-31-6
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
596-31-6
Formula
C20H18O
Molar mass
274.36 g/mol
EC number
690-628-7
HS code
290930
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Methyl trityl ether?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl trityl ether is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H18O and a molar mass of 274.36 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 596-31-6. The IUPAC name is [methoxy(diphenyl)methyl]benzene.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[methoxy(diphenyl)methyl]benzene
CAS number
596-31-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
690-628-7
Molecular formula
C20H18O
UNII
IUO13CXB2Q
MDL number
MFCD00014907
InChIKey
IRMNIXXVOOMKKP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H18O/c1-21-20(17-11-5-2-6-12-17,18-13-7-3-8-14-18)19-15-9-4-10-16-19/h2-16H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC(C1=CC=CC=C1)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3

Synonyms

  • Methyl triphenylmethyl ether
  • Trityl methyl ether
  • Ether, methyl trityl
  • methoxytriphenylmethane
  • Triphenylmethyl methyl ether
  • Benzene, 1,1',1''-(methoxymethylidyne)tris-
  • Triphenylmethoxymethane
  • Zidovudine impurity k
  • 1,1,1-(Methoxymethanetriyl)tribenzene
  • Zidovudine impurity k (ep impurity)
  • (Methoxymethanetriyl)tribenzene
  • [Methoxy(diphenyl)methyl]benzene
  • (methoxydiphenylmethyl)benzene
  • Zidovudine EP Impurity K
  • 1,1?,1??-(Methoxymethanetriyl)tribenzene (Methyl Trityl Ether)
  • Fimasartan-9
  • Fimasartan Impurity M
  • Candesartan Trityl Methyl Ether Impurity
  • 1,1',1"-(Methoxymethylidyne)trisbenzene
  • Triphenylmethanol methyl ether
  • (Methyl Triphenylmethyl Ether)
  • Triphenylmethanol, methyl ether
  • 1-(diphenylmethyl)-2-methoxybenzene
  • Losartan IMpurity-Trityl Methyl Ether
  • Triphenylmethyl-containing compound, 14
Show all 30 synonyms
  • 1,1',1''-(Methoxymethanetriyl)tribenzene
  • Benzene,1',1''-(methoxymethylidyne)tris-
  • Methyl triphenylmethyl ether, >=97.0% (HPLC)
  • Olmesartan Impurity (Methyl Triphenylmethyl Ether)
  • Zidovudine EP Impurity K, Candesartan Trityl Methyl Ether Impurity, Losartan Trityl Methyl Ether Impurity

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
274.36 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
274.1358 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.62calc.
Topological polar surface area
9.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(C(c2ccccc2)c2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(C(c2ccccc2)c2ccccc2)cc1

3 rings, 19 atoms, the Triphenylmethane ring system.

1,512 other chemicals share this scaffold

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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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 trityl ether is traded under.

HS 2909.30Indicative HS code

Aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

World exports in 2024
$470M
−2.2% vs 2023, imports $432M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China45.7%
  2. Germany15.7%
  3. India * partner reported9.9%
Top importers
  1. United States14.3%
  2. China11.8%
  3. India * partner reported8.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for Methyl trityl ether 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 trityl ether?

Methyl trityl ether is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H18O and a molar mass of 274.36 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 596-31-6. The IUPAC name is [methoxy(diphenyl)methyl]benzene.

What is the CAS number of Methyl trityl ether?

The CAS registry number of Methyl trityl ether is 596-31-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl trityl ether?

The molecular formula of Methyl trityl ether is C20H18O and its molar mass is 274.36 g/mol.

Is Methyl trityl ether hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl trityl ether 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 trityl ether?

Methyl trityl ether is usually classified under HS code 290930 (Aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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