Dimethoxymethane

• CAT Number: R062112
• CAS Number: 109-87-5
• Molecular Formula: C3H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 76.09
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1,1-Dimethoxymethane; 2,4-Dioxapentane; Anesthenyl; Bis(methoxy)methane; Dimethyl formal; Formal; Formaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Formaldehyde methyl ketal; Methoxymethyl methyl ether; Methylal; Methylene dimethyl ether; Methylene glycol dimethyl ethe
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: dimethoxymethane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C3H8O2/c1-4-3-5-2/h3H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: NKDDWNXOKDWJAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COCOC

Dimethoxymethane (Cat No.:R062112), also known as methylal or formaldehyde dimethyl acetal. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a slightly sweet odor. Dimethoxymethane is primarily used as a solvent in various industrial applications, such as coatings, adhesives, and chemical synthesis. It can also be used as a fuel additive and in the manufacture of perfumes and flavoring agents. Its low toxicity and pleasant odor make it suitable for applications where a safer alternative to formaldehyde is needed, while its solvent properties contribute to its versatility in industrial processes.