methyl formate
Also known as: Methyl methanoate, Formic acid methyl ester
methyl formate (CAS 107-31-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4O2 and a molecular weight of 60.052 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -100 °C, a boiling point of 31-33 ºC, a density of 0.968 and a flash point of -32 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H224, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 107-31-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-12905-5
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 60.052 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -100 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 31-33 ºC |
| Density | 0.968 |
| Flash Point | -32 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 60.021130 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | -0.23 |
| Additional Property | 2.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 731.9±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.328 |
| Additional Property | 300 G/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H224
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915120000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915120000 salts of formic acid。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of methyl formate?
The CAS number of methyl formate is 107-31-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl formate?
methyl formate has molecular formula C2H4O2 and molecular weight 60.052 g/mol.
Is methyl formate hazardous?
methyl formate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H224; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl formate?
For methyl formate, Upstream Products: Dimethyl ether, Methanol, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: 2,2,3,4,4,4-hexafluoro-1-butanol, Dimethylamine, Isobutyl formate.
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