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Methyl 2-methylglycidate

Also known as: 2-methyloxirane-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 2-methyl-2-oxiranecarboxylic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-methyl-2-oxiranecarboxylate, methyl 2-methyloxirane-2-carboxylate, 2-Oxiranecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester

Methyl 2-methylglycidate (CAS 58653-97-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.11500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 62-65ºC32 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.097 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 54.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
58653-97-7
Jingsj CID
J-1308660-7
Molecular Formula
C5H8O3
Molecular Weight
116.11500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point62-65ºC32 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.097 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point54.4 °C
Exact Mass116.04700
PSA38.83000
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.418(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-methylglycidate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-methylglycidate is 58653-97-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-methylglycidate?

Methyl 2-methylglycidate has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.11500 g/mol.

Is Methyl 2-methylglycidate hazardous?

Methyl 2-methylglycidate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-methylglycidate?

For Methyl 2-methylglycidate, Upstream Products: Methyl methacrylate, 4,4'-Thiobis(2-methyl-6-tert-butylphenol), Diazomethane; Downstream Products: 3-(4-Fluorophenylthio)-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid, 1-(2-methyloxiran-2-yl)ethanone.

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