Search through
Trimethyl orthoformate

Trimethyl orthoformate

CAS Number: 149-73-5

Molecular Formula: C4H10O3

About Trimethyl orthoformate

Trimethyl orthoformate (CAS No: 149-73-5), the simplest orthoester, functions as a high-purity C1 building block essential for the synthesis of methoxymethylene groups and heterocyclic ring systems in the global pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. As a versatile reagent for formylation and methylation, it is criti...

Synonyms

  • Trimethoxymethane
  • TRIMETHYL ORTHOFORMATE
  • 149-73-5
  • Methyl orthoformate
  • Methane, trimethoxy-
View all

Trimethyl orthoformate Specifications

CAS Number
149-73-5
Molecular Formula
C4H10O3
Molecular Weight
106.120
IUPAC Name
trimethoxymethane
Canonical SMILES
COC(OC)OC
InChI Key
PYOKUURKVVELLB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H10O3/c1-5-4(6-2)7-3/h4H,1-3H3
EINECS Number
205-745-7
MDL Number
MFCD00008483
UNSPSC Code
MFCD00008483
eClass
39021015
HSN No
2915.90.80 or 2915.90.90
Molecular Weight
106.120
PSA
27.690
LogP
0.20920
Boiling point
100.6°C @760 MM HG
Melting point
53°C
Density
0.9676 @24°C to 25°C
Solubility
SOL- Ethanol & Ether
GHS Classification
Flammable liquid (Cat. 2), Eye Irritation (Cat. 2)
(P) Statement Codes
P210, P233, P280, P305+P351+P338

Organic Synthesis Reagent

A versatile reagent and building block used for the introduction of protecting groups for aldehydes and ketones through the formation of acetals and ketals

Pharmaceutical Intermediate

A chemical intermediate utilized in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients such as Vitamin B1, sulfa drugs, and various antibiotics

Agrochemical Intermediate

A key intermediate used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides for crop protection

Dehydrating Agent

A moisture-scavenging agent employed to prevent the hardening of polyurethane or epoxy coatings due to hydration

Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient

A reactant used in the synthesis of aroma compounds and flavor additives for the fragrance industry

Textile Chemical Auxiliary

A component used in the production of dyeing assistants and finishing agents to enhance the performance of fabrics

Specialty Polymer Monomer

A monomer or comonomer used in the production of specialty polymers for industrial coatings, adhesives, and materials science

  1. Trimethoxymethane
  2. TRIMETHYL ORTHOFORMATE
  3. 149-73-5
  4. Methyl orthoformate
  5. Methane, trimethoxy-

Trimethyl orthoformate FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

Rounded Top

Explore Elemental Derivatives Portfolio

2-Aminopyridine

CAS No : 504-29-0

2-Aminopyridine

Category : Pyridine

Sub-Category : Aminopyridines & Functionalized Pyridines

Description : Pyridine-2-amine CAS 504-29-0 is a fundamental building block in the API intermediates market, prima...

View Product
Ethyl 8-bromooctanoate

CAS No : 29823-21-0

Ethyl 8-bromooctanoate

Category : Bromine

Sub-Category : Bromo-Functional Acids & Esters

Description : Ethyl 8-bromooctanoate (CAS No: 29823-21-0) serves as a sophisticated bifunctional building block in...

View Product
2-Chloro-5-iodobenzoic acid

CAS No : 19094-56-5

2-Chloro-5-iodobenzoic acid

Category : Halogen Derivatives

Sub-Category : Iodo/Fluoro-Functional Intermediates

Description : 2-Chloro-5-iodobenzoic acid (CAS No: 19094-56-5) serves as a critical bifunctional aromatic building...

View Product
2-Chloropyridine

CAS No : 109-09-1

2-Chloropyridine

Category : Pyridine

Sub-Category : Halogenated Pyridines

Description : 2-Chloropyridine CAS 109-09-1 serves as a high-purity fine chemical with 99% purity essential for th...

View Product