Oxalic acid monoethyl ester
Also known as: 2-Ethoxy-2-oxoacetic acid, Ethanedioic acid 1-ethyl ester, Ethanedioic acid, monoethyl ester, Ethyl hydrogen oxalate, Ethoxy(oxo)acetic acid, Oxalic acid 1-ethyl ester, Oxalic acid hydrogen ethyl ester, QVVO2, xalic acid 1-ethyl ester
Oxalic acid monoethyl ester (CAS 617-37-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O4 and a molecular weight of 118.088 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 204.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 89.3±16.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 617-37-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1125173-3
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O4
- Molecular Weight
- 118.088 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 204.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 89.3±16.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.026611 |
| PSA | 63.60000 |
| LogP | -0.08 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.430 |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Oxalic acid monoethyl ester?
The CAS number of Oxalic acid monoethyl ester is 617-37-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Oxalic acid monoethyl ester?
Oxalic acid monoethyl ester has molecular formula C4H6O4 and molecular weight 118.088 g/mol.
Is Oxalic acid monoethyl ester hazardous?
Oxalic acid monoethyl ester has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Oxalic acid monoethyl ester?
For Oxalic acid monoethyl ester, Upstream Products: Ethyl oxalyl monochloride, Ethanol, Oxalic acid; Downstream Products: 2-ethylbenzo[d]thiazole, Ethyl 1,3-benzothiazole-2-carboxylate, Ethyl oxalyl monochloride.
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