(3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol

(3-甲基噁丙环-2-基)甲醇

Also known as: 2-Oxiranemethanol,3-methyl-, 2,3-epoxybutan-1-ol, 2,3-epoxybutanol, 2-hydroxymethyl-3-methyloxirane, 2-hydroxymethyl-3-methyl-oxiran

(3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol (CAS 872-38-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molecular weight of 88.10510 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Oxiranemethanol,3-methyl-, 2,3-epoxybutan-1-ol and 2,3-epoxybutanol. Key properties include a boiling point of 156.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.063g/cm3 and a flash point of 69.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
872-38-8
Jingsj CID
J-1616934-0
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2
Chinese Name
(3-甲基噁丙环-2-基)甲醇
Molecular Weight
88.10510 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point156.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.063g/cm3
Flash Point69.9ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol is 872-38-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol?

(3-methyloxiran-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C4H8O2 and molecular weight 88.10510 g/mol.

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