2-Hydroxyethyl acetate
Also known as: 2-Hydroxyethyl Acetate, Glycol monoacetate, Ethylene glycol monoacetate, 1,2-Ethanediol, monoacetate, 2-Acetoxyethanol, beta-Hydroxyethyl acetate, Acetic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester
2-Hydroxyethyl acetate (CAS 542-59-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids 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 melting point of -61.7ºC, a boiling point of 183.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 77.4±12.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 542-59-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-31341-7
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 104.104 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -61.7ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 183.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 77.4±12.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 104.047340 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -0.65 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.414 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915390090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915390090. esters of acetic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate is 542-59-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate?
2-Hydroxyethyl acetate has molecular formula C4H8O3 and molecular weight 104.104 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate?
For 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate, Upstream Products: Ethylene glycol, acetic acid, N-Acetyltryptamine; Downstream Products: 2-Chloroethyl Acetate, 2-hydroxyethyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate, Ethylene glycol.
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