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Vinyl ether

Also known as Divinyl ether, Divinyl oxide, Ethenyloxyethene

CAS 109-93-3Formula C4H6OMolar mass 70.09 g/molEC 203-720-5
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Vinyl ether chemical structure, C4H6O, CAS 109-93-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
109-93-3
Formula
C4H6O
Physical form
Liquid
HS code
290919
Category
Polymers and thermoplastics
UN number
UN 1167
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What is Vinyl ether?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Divinyl ether, stabilized appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Toxic by inhalation.

Vinyl ether is a clear, nearly colorless, volatile liquid which was briefly used as an inhalation anesthetic.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethenoxyethene
CAS number
109-93-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
203-720-5
Molecular formula
C4H6O
UNII
2H2T044E11
InChIKey
QYKIQEUNHZKYBP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H6O/c1-3-5-4-2/h3-4H,1-2H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C=COC=C

Synonyms

  • Divinyl ether
  • Divinyl oxide
  • Ethenyloxyethene
  • Ether, divinyl
  • (ethenyloxy)ethene
  • ether, vinyl
  • ethenoxyethene
  • Vinether
  • Vinidyl
  • Vinydan
  • Vinesthene
  • Vinesthesin
  • Vinethen
  • Vinethene
  • Ethene, 1,1'-oxybis-
  • 1,1'-Oxybisethene
  • Vinyl ether homopolymer
  • diethenyl ether
  • vinylether
  • Divinyl ether [Anaesthetics, volatile]
  • Divinyl ether, inhibited
  • 1-(Vinyloxy)ethylene #
  • CH2=CHOCH=CH2
  • Divinyl ether, inhibited [UN1167] [Flammable liquid]

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
70.09 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
70.0419 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.29calc.
Topological polar surface area
9.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
5calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
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

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms
UN number
UN 1167
Transport hazard class
3

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Pharmacological actions

  • Anesthetics

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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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 Vinyl ether is traded under.

HS 2909.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…

World exports in 2024
$10.2B
−8.7% vs 2023, imports $10.4B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States32.0%
  2. China22.3%
  3. Saudi Arabia12.9%
Top importers
  1. Singapore16.5%
  2. Mexico14.8%
  3. Japan14.8%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Vinyl ether, based on the data on this page

What is Vinyl ether?

Divinyl ether, stabilized appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Toxic by inhalation.

What is the CAS number of Vinyl ether?

The CAS registry number of Vinyl ether is 109-93-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Vinyl ether?

The molecular formula of Vinyl ether is C4H6O and its molar mass is 70.09 g/mol.

What is Vinyl ether used for?

Known uses and roles of Vinyl ether include anesthetics.

Is Vinyl ether hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Vinyl 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 Vinyl ether?

Vinyl ether is usually classified under HS code 290919 (Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Vinyl ether?

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