Isopropyl formate
Also known as: Formic acid isopropyl ester, propan-2-yl formate, 1-methylethyl formate, Formic acid, 1-methylethyl ester
Isopropyl formate (CAS 625-55-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molecular weight of 88.10510 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -93°C, a boiling point of 68 °C(lit.), a density of 0.884 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of -13.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 625-55-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-16572-0
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 88.10510 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -93°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 68 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.884 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | -13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.05240 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.20370 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.368(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Isopropyl formate?
The CAS number of Isopropyl formate is 625-55-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isopropyl formate?
Isopropyl formate has molecular formula C4H8O2 and molecular weight 88.10510 g/mol.
Is Isopropyl formate hazardous?
Isopropyl formate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Isopropyl formate?
For Isopropyl formate, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, Formic Acid, Isopropanol; Downstream Products: Isopropyl benzoate, Cumene, Isopropyl chloroformate.
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