Molekula
Propylene carbonate
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Propylene carbonate is a colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic organic carbonate ester widely used as a high-boiling-point solvent, electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries, and plasticizer in various industrial applications. It’s also employed in pharmaceutical formulations, cosmetics, and as a heat transfer fluid. This chemical has a CAS number of 108-32-7, molecular formula C4H6O3, and a molecular weight of 102.0886 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions with a signal word of *Warning* for safety classification. Molekula supplies propylene carbonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Density | 1.2 +/- 0.005 |
| Water | ≤0.2% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.5% |
| APHA | ≤20 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 132 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | -48.8 °C |
| Boiling Point | 241.6 °C |
| Density | 1.2047 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 175 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.045 mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4189 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.41 |
Source: PubChem CID 7924 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 57826526 |
| CAS Number | 108-32-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one |
| EC Number | 203-572-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.0886 |
| Exact Mass | 102.0317 |
| SMILES | CC1COC(=O)O1 |
| InChIKey | RUOJZAUFBMNUDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6O3/c1-3-2-6-4(5)7-3/h3H,2H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7924 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29209051 |
| Tariff Code | 2920901090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1,2-Propanediol carbonate
- 1,2-Propanediol cyclic carbonate
- 1,2-Propylene carbonate
- 1,3-Dioxolan-2-one, 4-methyl-
- 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one
- Arconate 5000
- Cyclic propylene carbonate
- Dipropylene carbonate
- Propylene glycol cyclic carbonate
- Texacar PC
Frequently asked questions
What is propylene carbonate commonly used for?
Propylene carbonate is widely used as a polar aprotic solvent in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, paint strippers, and as a reaction medium in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of propylene carbonate?
The chemical formula is **C₄H₆O₃**, and the molecular weight is **102.0886 g/mol**.
How should propylene carbonate be stored?
Store propylene carbonate in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from ignition sources and incompatible materials.
What purity grades of propylene carbonate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **reagent-grade (99.7%+)** and **battery-grade** propylene carbonate, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply propylene carbonate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer propylene carbonate in bulk (IBCs, drums, and tanker loads) for industrial and commercial customers—contact us for pricing and lead times.
What documentation is provided with a propylene carbonate order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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