| Product name |
Methyl formate |
| English name |
Methyl formate |
| Alias |
Methyl formate |
| CAS RN |
107-31-3 |
| Molecular formula |
C2H4O2 |
| Molecular weight |
60.05 |
| EINECS No. |
203-481-7 |
| Structural formula |
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| Technical index of Industrial Methyl formate |
| Item |
Quality index |
| Appearance |
Colorless liquid, no visible impurities |
| Moisture w/%≤ |
0.01 |
| Methyl formate w/%≥ |
96.5 |
| Methanol w/%≤ |
4 |
| Physicochemical properties |
Property Colorless liquid, volatile, with fragrance.
Melting point -99℃
Boiling point 31.5℃
Relative density 0.9742
Refractive index 1.3433
Flash point -19℃
Solubility Solubility in water 30.4g/100ml (20℃). Miscible with ethanol, soluble in ether and methanol.
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| Uses |
Used as raw material of acetate fiber and DMF, solvent of pesticide carbendazim, used as curing agent in phenolic resin, used as fumigant for fruit and various types of tobacco |
| Package |
Industrial Methyl formate should be packed in small opening steel drums and stainless steel tanks, and the Package container should be clean and dry. When filling, pay attention to the flow rate (not more than 3m/s), and have a grounding device to prevent electrostatic accumulation. |
| Transportation |
The transportation and loading and unloading of industrial Methyl formate shall be carried out in accordance with the regulations of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. |
| Storage and transportation |
Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Principle Tinder, heat source. The storage temperature does not exceed 28℃. Keep container tightly closed. It should be stored separately from oxidants and alkalis, and should not be stored together. Use explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities. Prohibit the use of mechanical equipment and tools that are prone to cremation. Storage areas should be provided with emergency release equipment and appropriate containment materials. |
