Methyl 2-oxoacetate
Also known as: Methyl glyoxylate, Glyoxylic acid methyl ester, Oxo-acetic acid methyl ester, 2-Oxoacetic acid methyl ester, Acetic acid, 2-oxo-, methyl ester
Methyl 2-oxoacetate (CAS 922-68-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4O3 and a molecular weight of 88.062 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 40-42ºC, a boiling point of 102.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 31.0±19.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 922-68-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1523980-2
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 88.062 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 40-42ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 102.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 31.0±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.016045 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | -0.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 33.5±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.372 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-oxoacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-oxoacetate is 922-68-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-oxoacetate?
Methyl 2-oxoacetate has molecular formula C3H4O3 and molecular weight 88.062 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-oxoacetate?
For Methyl 2-oxoacetate, Upstream Products: dimethyl maleate, Methyl dimethoxyacetate, Glyoxylic acid; Downstream Products: 6,7-Dimethyl-2(1H)-quinoxalinone, Isopropyl acetate.
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