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methoxymethanol

Also known as: methoxymethanol, Methanol, methoxy-, Methanol, 1-methoxy-, Hemiformal, Methyl hemiformal, Methylene glycol monomethyl ether, Formaldehyde methyl hemiacetal, Methanol hemiformal, 1-Methoxymethanol, methoxy-hydroxymethane, methylol methyl ether

methoxymethanol (CAS 4461-52-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H6O2 and a molecular weight of 62.06780 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 82.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.948g/cm3 and a flash point of 39.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4461-52-3
Jingsj CID
J-1388132-6
Molecular Formula
C2H6O2
Molecular Weight
62.06780 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point82.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.948g/cm3
Flash Point39.9ºC
Exact Mass62.03680
PSA29.46000
Refractive Index1.364

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909499000
Summary2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 methoxymethanol?

The CAS number of methoxymethanol is 4461-52-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methoxymethanol?

methoxymethanol has molecular formula C2H6O2 and molecular weight 62.06780 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of methoxymethanol?

For methoxymethanol, Upstream Products: (Methoxymethyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride, 2,4,5-Trifluorobenzaldehyde, 3-Methyl-3-buten-2-one; Downstream Products: Formaldehyde, methyl formate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "methoxymethanol (CAS 4461-52-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1388132-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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