Molekula
Sodium ethoxide
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sodium ethoxide is a strong base used in organic synthesis, particularly in the Claisen condensation and other reactions requiring an ethoxide ion. It is available as a solid or in solution. CAS: 141-52-6, Molecular formula: CH3CH2ONa, Molecular weight: 68.05 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Sodium ethoxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
-
100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
Need a different quantity or pack?
Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.00% |
| Na2CO3 | <0.5% |
| Dissociate alkali | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 30 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.2 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or yellowish powder |
Source: PubChem CID 2723922 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90005014 |
| CAS Number | 141-52-6 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium ethanolate |
| EC Number | 205-487-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH2ONa |
| Molecular Weight | 68.05 |
| Exact Mass | 68.0238 |
| SMILES | CC[O-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | QDRKDTQENPPHOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H5O.Na/c1-2-3;/h2H2,1H3;/q-1;+1 |
| PubChem CID | 2723922 |
| UN Number | UN3206 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29051990 |
| Tariff Code | 2905190098 |
Safety & GHS
-
Flammable
GHS02
-
Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- H228 Flammable solid
- H251 Self-heating; may catch fire
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P235 Keep cool
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- 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, Portuguese, Russian, 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
- C2H5NaO
- Caustic alcohol
- Ethanol, sodium salt
- Ethoxysodium
- Ethyl alcohol, sodium salt
- EtONa
- NaOEt
- natrium ethanolate
- SODIUM ETHANOLATE
- Sodium ethylate
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium ethoxide used for?
Sodium ethoxide is primarily used as a strong base in organic synthesis, particularly in the Claisen condensation and other reactions requiring an alkoxide nucleophile.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium ethoxide?
The formula is CH3CH2ONa and the molecular weight is 68.05 g/mol.
How should sodium ethoxide be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air to prevent degradation.
What grade of sodium ethoxide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies sodium ethoxide in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply sodium ethoxide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium ethoxide in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a sodium ethoxide order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.