Eschenmoser's salt
Also known as: N,N-Dimethylmethyleneiminium chloride, Dimethyl(methylene)iminium chloride, Methylenedimethylammonium chloride, N,N-Dimethylmethyleneammonium chloride, Eschenmoser's chloride salt, Methanaminium,N-methyl-N-methylene-,chloride, dimethylmethylenammonium chloride, dimethylmethyleneammonium chloride
Eschenmoser's salt (CAS 30354-18-8) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H8ClN and a molecular weight of 93.55530 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 146-148ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 82.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H228, 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.
- 30354-18-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-34386-2
- Molecular Formula
- C3H8ClN
- Molecular Weight
- 93.55530 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 146-148ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Flash Point | 82.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 93.03450 |
| PSA | 3.01000 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H228
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2923900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2923900090 other quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides。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 Eschenmoser's salt?
The CAS number of Eschenmoser's salt is 30354-18-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Eschenmoser's salt?
Eschenmoser's salt has molecular formula C3H8ClN and molecular weight 93.55530 g/mol.
Is Eschenmoser's salt hazardous?
Eschenmoser's salt has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H228; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Eschenmoser's salt?
For Eschenmoser's salt, Upstream Products: N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyldiaminomethane, Acetyl chloride, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: Eschenmoser's salt, 2-(Dimethylaminomethyl)-1-cyclohexanone hydrochloride, 2-Benzylpropenal.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Eschenmoser's salt (CAS 30354-18-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-34386-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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