Common Name: Diethoxymethane
Alias: Diethylal Formaldehyde | Formaldehyde Diethyl Acetal | Methylal
English Name: Diethoxymethane
CAS Number: 462-95-3
EINECS: 207-330-6
Molecular Formula: C5H12O2
Molecular Weight: 104.148
Density: 0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point: 89.0±0.0 °C
Melting Point: -66.5 °C
Flash Point: -5.6±0.0 °C
Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid with an ether-like odor.
Solubility: Soluble in water
Uses:
1. Used in organic synthesis and the pharmaceutical industry.
2. Used in the synthesis of tolyl formaldehyde resin, fragrances, and as a solvent and in paint production.