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Triformylmethane

Also known as 2-formylpropanedial, 2-formylmalondialdehyde, Methanetricarbaldehyde

CAS 18655-47-5Formula C4H4O3Molar mass 100.07 g/mol
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Triformylmethane chemical structure, C4H4O3, CAS 18655-47-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
18655-47-5
Formula
C4H4O3
Molar mass
100.07 g/mol
HS code
291219
Category
Aldehydes and ketones

What is Triformylmethane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Triformylmethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H4O3 and a molar mass of 100.07 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 18655-47-5. The IUPAC name is methanetricarbaldehyde.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methanetricarbaldehyde
CAS number
18655-47-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C4H4O3
MDL number
MFCD08752565
InChIKey
WRWNFZAKUHZONV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H4O3/c5-1-4(2-6)3-7/h1-4H
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(=O)C(C=O)C=O

Synonyms

  • 2-formylpropanedial
  • 2-formylmalondialdehyde
  • Methanetricarbaldehyde
  • 2-Formyl-malonaldehyde
  • Methanetricarboxaldehyde
  • 2-Formylmalonaldehyde
  • Formylmalonaldehyde
  • 3-Formylmalondialdehyde
  • methantricarbaldehyd
  • Formylmalondialdehyde
  • 2-Formyl-maloldehyde
  • Methanetricarbaldehyde #
  • 2,3-dioxobutanedial hydrate

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
100.07 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
100.016 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.8calc.
Topological polar surface area
51.21 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.25calc.
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 Triformylmethane is traded under.

HS 2912.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function, other

World exports in 2024
$679M
+4.8% vs 2023, imports $743M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany22.0%
  2. China21.2%
  3. United States18.5%
Top importers
  1. United States13.1%
  2. Germany9.6%
  3. Belgium8.2%
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The HS code shown for Triformylmethane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Triformylmethane?

Triformylmethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H4O3 and a molar mass of 100.07 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 18655-47-5. The IUPAC name is methanetricarbaldehyde.

What is the CAS number of Triformylmethane?

The CAS registry number of Triformylmethane is 18655-47-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Triformylmethane?

The molecular formula of Triformylmethane is C4H4O3 and its molar mass is 100.07 g/mol.

What is Triformylmethane used for?

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

Is Triformylmethane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Triformylmethane 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 Triformylmethane?

Triformylmethane is usually classified under HS code 291219 (Acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Triformylmethane?

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