Ethyl methoxyacetate
Also known as: Ethyl 2-methoxyacetate, Methoxyacetic acid ethyl ester, 2-Methoxyacetic acid ethyl ester, Acetic acid, methoxy-, ethyl ester, Acetic acid, 2-methoxy-, ethyl ester, ETHYL-3-OXABUTANOATE, EINECS 223-521-7, MFCD00009176, NSC 245101
Ethyl methoxyacetate (CAS 3938-96-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.131 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 144.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 46.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3938-96-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-6250-0
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 118.131 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 144.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 46.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.062996 |
| PSA | 35.53000 |
| LogP | 0.55 |
| Vapor Pressure | 5.2±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.391 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl methoxyacetate?
The CAS number of Ethyl methoxyacetate is 3938-96-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl methoxyacetate?
Ethyl methoxyacetate has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.131 g/mol.
Is Ethyl methoxyacetate hazardous?
Ethyl methoxyacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl methoxyacetate?
For Ethyl methoxyacetate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, Methoxyacetic acid, Ethyl diazoacetate; Downstream Products: 1-methoxy-2-methylpropan-2-ol, Methyl (3S)-3-amino-3-phenylpropanoate, Methyl (3R)-3-amino-3-phenylpropanoate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl methoxyacetate (CAS 3938-96-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-6250-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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