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Oxydimethanol

Also known as (Hydroxymethoxy)methanol, hydroxymethyl ether, Methanol, oxybis-

CAS 4407-89-0Formula C2H6O3Molar mass 78.07 g/mol
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Oxydimethanol chemical structure, C2H6O3, CAS 4407-89-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
4407-89-0
Formula
C2H6O3
Molar mass
78.07 g/mol
HS code
290949
Category
Alcohols and polyols

What is Oxydimethanol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Oxydimethanol is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H6O3 and a molar mass of 78.07 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4407-89-0. The IUPAC name is hydroxymethoxymethanol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
hydroxymethoxymethanol
CAS number
4407-89-0 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C2H6O3
UNII
W69DA4LW3M
InChIKey
ARZLUCYKIWYSHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H6O3/c3-1-5-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(O)OCO

Synonyms

  • (Hydroxymethoxy)methanol
  • hydroxymethyl ether
  • Methanol, oxybis-
  • 2-Oxa-1,3-propanediol

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
78.07 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
78.0317 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.1calc.
Topological polar surface area
49.69 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
5calc.
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 Oxydimethanol is traded under.

HS 2909.49Indicative HS code

Ether-alcohols and their halogenated not elsewhere classified in subheading 2909.4

World exports in 2024
$1.74B
+6.8% vs 2023, imports $1.86B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany20.6%
  2. China13.9%
  3. Netherlands12.2%
Top importers
  1. China8.8%
  2. Germany8.3%
  3. United States7.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Oxydimethanol, based on the data on this page

What is Oxydimethanol?

Oxydimethanol is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H6O3 and a molar mass of 78.07 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4407-89-0. The IUPAC name is hydroxymethoxymethanol.

What is the CAS number of Oxydimethanol?

The CAS registry number of Oxydimethanol is 4407-89-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Oxydimethanol?

The molecular formula of Oxydimethanol is C2H6O3 and its molar mass is 78.07 g/mol.

Is Oxydimethanol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Oxydimethanol 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 Oxydimethanol?

Oxydimethanol is usually classified under HS code 290949 (Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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