Molekula
Methoxyacetic acid
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Methoxyacetic acid is a colorless liquid used in organic synthesis and as a solvent in chemical manufacturing. It is a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Available in purity of 98% minimum, with CAS number 625-45-6, molecular formula CH3OCH2COOH, and molecular weight 90.08 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it is classified as dangerous due to its health hazards. Molekula supplies Methoxyacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Methanol | ≤ 0.2% |
| Other Impurity | ≤ 0.1% |
| Acetic acid | ≤ 0.1% |
| Methyl methoxyacetate | ≤ 0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 114 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 7.7 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 12251 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028207 |
| CAS Number | 625-45-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-methoxyacetic acid |
| EC Number | 210-894-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3OCH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 90.08 |
| Exact Mass | 90.0317 |
| SMILES | COCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | RMIODHQZRUFFFF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O3/c1-6-2-3(4)5/h2H2,1H3,(H,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 12251 |
| UN Number | UN3265 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29189950 |
| Tariff Code | 2918999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (methyloxy)acetic acid
- 2-Methoxyacetic acid
- Acetic acid, 2-methoxy-
- Acetic acid, methoxy-
- alpha-methoxyacetic acid
- Methoxyacetic acid (ACD/Name 4.0)
- Methoxyethanoic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is methoxyacetic acid used for?
Methoxyacetic acid is primarily used as a solvent and intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methoxyacetic acid?
The formula is CH3OCH2COOH with a molecular weight of 90.08 g/mol.
How should methoxyacetic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from incompatible materials and moisture.
What grade of methoxyacetic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methoxyacetic acid in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply methoxyacetic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methoxyacetic acid in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of methoxyacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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