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Trimethylene oxide

SKU 15794792 CAS 503-30-0 C3H6O MW 58.08 Available on enquiry

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Trimethylene oxide is a cyclic ether used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and pharmaceuticals. It is a colorless, volatile liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 503-30-0, molecular formula: C3H6O, molecular weight: 58.08 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Trimethylene oxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
15794792
CAS Number
503-30-0
IUPAC Name
oxetane
EC Number
207-964-3
Molecular Formula
C3H6O
Molecular Weight
58.08
Exact Mass
58.0419
SMILES
C1COC1
InChIKey
AHHWIHXENZJRFG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H6O/c1-2-4-3-1/h1-3H2
PubChem CID
10423

Synonyms

  • 1,3-Propylene oxide
  • 1,3-Trimethylene oxide
  • alpha,gamma-Propane oxide
  • Cyclooxabutane
  • Oxacyclobutane
  • Oxetan
  • Oxetane
  • Propane, 1,3-epoxy-
  • Trimethylenoxid
  • WLN: T4OTJ

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Oil
Odour
Agreeable aromatic odor
Boiling Point
48 °C at 750 mmHg
Vapour Pressure
324 mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index
1.3895
log P (octanol/water)
-0.14

Source: PubChem CID 10423 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is trimethylene oxide used for?

Trimethylene oxide is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and specialty chemicals, particularly in the production of polyether-based materials.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of trimethylene oxide?

The chemical formula is C3H6O, and the molecular weight is 58.08 g/mol.

How should trimethylene oxide be stored?

It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.

What grade of trimethylene oxide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies trimethylene oxide in technical grade; specific purity details are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply trimethylene oxide in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply trimethylene oxide in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a trimethylene oxide order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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