Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate
Also known as: Ethyl glycidate, Ethyl oxirane-2-carboxylate, 2-Oxiranecarboxylic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropionate, Glycidic acid ethyl ester, ethyl 2-oxiranecarboxylate, oxiranecarboxylic acid ethyl ester, ethyl oxiran-2-carboxylate
Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate (CAS 4660-80-4) 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 123.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.18g/cm3 and a flash point of 38.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4660-80-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1493975-4
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 116.11500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 123.1ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.18g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 38.3ºC |
| Exact Mass | 116.04700 |
| PSA | 38.83000 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.4200(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
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 Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate is 4660-80-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate?
Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.11500 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate hazardous?
Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate?
For Ethyl 2,3-epoxypropanoate, Upstream Products: Ethyl acrylate, Iodoethane; Downstream Products: Diethyl trans-cyclopropane-1,2-dicarboxylate, Ethyl 3-hydroxypropanoate.
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