Dimethyl oxalate

草酸二甲酯

Also known as: Methyl oxalate, Oxalic acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl ethanedioate, Ethanedioic acid, dimethyl ester, DMO, CH3OCOCOOCH3, Oxalic acid methyl ester, Dimethyl ester of oxalic acid, MFCD00008442, UNII-IQ3Q79344S, EINECS 209-053-6, Oxalicdimethylester, dimethyl ethanedioate, dimetyl oxalate, methyl ethanedioate, oxalic acid diester, OXALIC ACID BIS-METHYL ESTER

CAS No.
553-90-2
Jingsj CID
J-1522785-0
Molecular Formula
C4H6O4
Chinese Name
草酸二甲酯
Molecular Weight
118.088 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50-54 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point163.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point75.0±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Dimethyl oxalate?

553-90-2

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl oxalate?

C4H6O4, molecular weight 118.088 g/mol

Is Dimethyl oxalate hazardous?

Warning

Data compiled from public chemical databases and supplier catalogs; verify specifications with suppliers before purchase. · Last updated: 8/21/2026