Ethylene carbonate
Also known as: 1,3-Dioxolan-2-one, Glycol carbonate, Ethylene glycol carbonate, 2-Dioxolone, Carbonic acid cyclic ethylene ester, Cyclic ethylene carbonate, Cyclic ethylene ester, ETHYLENE CARBONATE, ETHYLENCARBONAT, cyclicethylenecarbonate, 1,3-Dioxacyclopentan-2-one, 1,3-dioxalan-2-one, Carbonic acid, cyclic ethylene ester
Ethylene carbonate (CAS 96-49-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4O3 and a molecular weight of 88.062 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 35-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 248.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 160.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 96-49-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-11782-8
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 88.062 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 35-38 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 248.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 160.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.016045 |
| PSA | 35.53000 |
| LogP | -0.90 |
| Additional Property | 3.04 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.424 |
| Additional Property | 214 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2920909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2920909090 esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethylene carbonate?
The CAS number of Ethylene carbonate is 96-49-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethylene carbonate?
Ethylene carbonate has molecular formula C3H4O3 and molecular weight 88.062 g/mol.
Is Ethylene carbonate hazardous?
Ethylene carbonate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethylene carbonate?
For Ethylene carbonate, Upstream Products: Ethylene oxide, Carbon dioxide, Ethylene glycol; Downstream Products: 4-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-3,5-dimethylbenzaldehyde, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-benzo[de]isoquinoline-1,3(2H)-dione, 1H-Tridecafluorohexane.
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