Sodium methoxide
Also known as: Sodium methylate, Methanol, sodium salt, Methoxysodium, Sodium methanolate
Sodium methoxide (CAS 124-41-4) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH3NaO and a molecular weight of 54.024 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 127 ºc, a boiling point of 65 °C, a density of 0.945 and a flash point of 11 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H251, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 124-41-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-8864-6
- Molecular Formula
- CH3NaO
- Molecular Weight
- 54.024 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 127 ºc |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 65 °C |
| Density | 0.945 |
| Flash Point | 11 °C |
| Exact Mass | 54.008160 |
| PSA | 23.06000 |
| LogP | 0.04670 |
| Additional Property | 1.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 50 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.3700 |
| Additional Property | reacts |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H251
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Sodium methoxide?
The CAS number of Sodium methoxide is 124-41-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium methoxide?
Sodium methoxide has molecular formula CH3NaO and molecular weight 54.024 g/mol.
Is Sodium methoxide hazardous?
Sodium methoxide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H251; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Sodium methoxide?
For Sodium methoxide, Upstream Products: Methanol, Trimethyl borate, Methoxytrimethylsilane; Downstream Products: Dibutyldimethoxytin, Methyl (2S)-2-methylbutanoate.
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