Molekula
Vinylene carbonate
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Vinylene carbonate is an organic compound primarily used as a comonomer in battery electrolytes and lithium-ion battery separators, enhancing performance and safety. It is also employed in polymer synthesis for high-performance materials. This chemical has a CAS number of 872-36-6, a molecular formula of C3H2O3, and a molecular weight of 86.05 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8°C, and handle with caution—it carries a **Danger** signal word. Molekula supplies vinylene carbonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless or light yellow liquid or solid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4170 - 1.4210 |
| Melting Point | 19-22°C |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤ 20 |
| Water | ≤ 50ppm |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Purity (GC) | ≥99.95% |
| BHT | ≤ 100ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 72 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 23915797 |
| CAS Number | 872-36-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 1,3-dioxol-2-one |
| EC Number | 212-825-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 86.05 |
| Exact Mass | 86.0004 |
| SMILES | C1=COC(=O)O1 |
| InChIKey | VAYTZRYEBVHVLE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H2O3/c4-3-5-1-2-6-3/h1-2H |
| PubChem CID | 13385 |
| UN Number | UN2810 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29209020 |
| Tariff Code | 2920901055 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- 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
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,3-Dioxol-2-one
- 1,3-Dioxol-2-one (stabilized with BHT)
- 1,3-Dioxol-2-one,VC
- 2H-1,3-dioxol-2-one
- Carbonic acid, cyclic vinylene ester
- starbld0011148
- VAYTZRYEBVHVLE-UHFFFAOYSA-
- Vinyl carbonate
- Vinylene carbonate (stabilized with BHT)
- WLN: T5OVOJ
Frequently asked questions
What is vinylene carbonate commonly used for?
Vinylene carbonate is primarily used as a co-monomer in the production of lithium-ion battery electrolytes and polymer electrolytes, as well as in specialty coatings and adhesives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of vinylene carbonate?
The chemical formula is **C₃H₂O₃** and the molecular weight is **86.05 g/mol**.
How should vinylene carbonate be stored?
Store vinylene carbonate at **2–8°C** in a cool, dry place, away from sources of ignition or incompatible substances.
What grades or purities of vinylene carbonate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies vinylene carbonate in **battery-grade and research-grade purities**—contact us for specific specifications.
Can Molekula supply vinylene carbonate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply vinylene carbonate in bulk; minimum order quantities and packaging options vary—inquire for details.
What documentation comes with an order of vinylene carbonate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a Material Safety & Compliance Statement.
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