Glycerol formal
Also known as: 1,3-Dioxan-5-ol, 1,3-Formalglycerol, 5-Hydroxy-1,3-dioxane, 5-m-Dioxanol, Glycerol Formal, α,α'-Glycerol formal, a,a'-Formaldehyde Glycerol, a,a'-Methylene Glycerin, EINECS 225-248-9, MFCD00003218
Glycerol formal (CAS 4740-78-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.104 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 193.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.9±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4740-78-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-19797-7
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 104.104 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 193.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 78.9±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 104.047340 |
| PSA | 38.69000 |
| LogP | -1.08 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.456 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2942000000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Glycerol formal?
The CAS number of Glycerol formal is 4740-78-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycerol formal?
Glycerol formal has molecular formula C4H8O3 and molecular weight 104.104 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Glycerol formal?
For Glycerol formal, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Glycerol, dimethoxymethane.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Glycerol formal (CAS 4740-78-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19797-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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