Molekula
1,3-Dioxolane
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1,3-Dioxolane is a cyclic ether solvent widely used in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and as a stabilizer for chlorinated solvents. It serves as a solvent for resins, coatings, and pharmaceutical intermediates, and is also employed in the production of specialty chemicals. This chemical has a CAS number of 646-06-0, with the molecular formula C3H6O2 and a molecular weight of 74.08 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Danger** signal word for safety. Molekula supplies 1,3-Dioxolane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -3 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Water-white liquid |
| Melting Point | -95 °C |
| Boiling Point | 78 °C |
| Water Solubility | Miscible in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone |
| Vapour Pressure | 79 mmHg at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3974 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.37 |
Source: PubChem CID 12586 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032559 |
| CAS Number | 646-06-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 1,3-dioxolane |
| EC Number | 211-463-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H6O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 74.08 |
| Exact Mass | 74.0368 |
| SMILES | C1COCO1 |
| InChIKey | WNXJIVFYUVYPPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O2/c1-2-5-3-4-1/h1-3H2 |
| PubChem CID | 12586 |
| UN Number | UN1166 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2932.99.90.90 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,3-Dioxacyclopentane
- 1,3-Dioxolan
- 1,3-Dioxole, dihydro-
- 5-Crown-2
- DIOXOLANE
- ELCOTAL DX
- Ethylene glycol formal
- Formal glycol
- Glycol methylene ether
- Glycolformal
Frequently asked questions
What is 1,3-Dioxolane commonly used for?
1,3-Dioxolane is primarily used as a solvent in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, as well as a precursor in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Dioxolane?
The chemical formula is **C₃H₆O₂**, and the molecular weight is **74.08 g/mol**.
How should 1,3-Dioxolane be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents.
What grades of 1,3-Dioxolane does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** 1,3-Dioxolane, meeting standard industrial specifications.
Can Molekula supply 1,3-Dioxolane in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., IBCs, drums) for large-volume industrial orders—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with a 1,3-Dioxolane order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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