(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
Also known as: (S)-(-)-1,2-Epoxypropane, (S)-(-)-1,2-Propylene oxide, (S)-(-)-Methyloxirane, (S)-2-Methyloxirane, (S)-Propylene oxide, (-)-Methyloxirane, (-)-Propylene oxide, (2S)-2-Methyloxirane, S-Methyloxirane, Oxirane, 2-methyl-, (2S)-
(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide (CAS 16088-62-3) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O and a molecular weight of 58.079 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -112ºC, a boiling point of 32.9±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -37.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H224, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16088-62-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-32796-7
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O
- Molecular Weight
- 58.079 g/mol
- Category
- Ethers
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -112ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 32.9±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -37.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 58.041866 |
| PSA | 12.53000 |
| LogP | 0.13 |
| Additional Property | 2 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 572.5±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.399 |
| Additional Property | 40 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H224
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H350 — May cause cancer
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2910900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2910900090. epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers, with a three-membered ring, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide?
The CAS number of (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide is 16088-62-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide?
(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide has molecular formula C3H6O and molecular weight 58.079 g/mol.
Is (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide hazardous?
(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H224; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide?
For (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide, Upstream Products: Propylene oxide, (S)-1-Chloro-2-propanol, 1-Chloro-2-propanol; Downstream Products: (2R)-1-Methoxy-2-propanol, (R)-2-Methoxypropan-1-ol, (R)-1-Chloro-2-propanol.
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