diethoxymethane
Also known as: formaldehyde diethyl acetal, ethylal, diethylformal, methylene diethyl ether, 1,1-diethoxymethane, 1,1'-[methylenebis(oxy)]bis-ethane, (ethoxymethoxy)ethane
diethoxymethane (CAS 462-95-3) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H12O2 and a molecular weight of 104.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -66.5 °C, a boiling point of 89.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -5.6±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 462-95-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990684-7
- Molecular Formula
- C5H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 104.148 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -66.5 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 89.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -5.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 104.083733 |
| PSA | 18.46000 |
| LogP | 0.80 |
| Additional Property | 3.6 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 67.3±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.380 |
| Additional Property | 4.2 G/100 ML |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909199090. other acyclic ethers 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 diethoxymethane?
The CAS number of diethoxymethane is 462-95-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of diethoxymethane?
diethoxymethane has molecular formula C5H12O2 and molecular weight 104.148 g/mol.
Is diethoxymethane hazardous?
diethoxymethane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of diethoxymethane?
For diethoxymethane, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Ethanol, Triethyl orthoformate; Downstream Products: trans-Cinnamaldehyde, Bis(phenylthio)methane, 17-hydroxy-6-methylenepregn-4-ene-3,20-dione 17-acetate.
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