Methoxyethene CAS#107-25-5
Vinyl methyl ether is an unsaturated ether compound distinguished by its vigorous chemical reactivity. It is a combustible gas with a unique scent at ambient temperature. Its molecular structure incorporates vinyl (-CH=CH₂) and methoxy (-OCH₃) moieties, which endow it with the typical reaction features of alkenes and ethers alike. At 25°C and normal atmospheric pressure, it exists as a colourless flammable gas; when subjected to cooling or pressurization, it condenses into a clear, colourless liquid.
Methoxyethene Chemical Properties
Melting point | -122°C |
Boiling point | 6°C |
density | 0.744 |
vapor pressure | 169.17kPa at 20℃ |
refractive index | 1.3947 |
Water Solubility | 17.1g/L at 25℃ |
InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O/c1-3-4-2/h3H,1H2,2H3 |
InChIKey | XJRBAMWJDBPFIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | C=COC |
LogP | 0.42 at 25℃ |
CAS DataBase Reference | 107-25-5(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Ethene, methoxy-(107-25-5) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Vinyl methyl ether (107-25-5) |
Hazard Codes | F+ |
Risk Statements | 12 |
Safety Statements | 9-16-33 |
RIDADR | UN 1087 |
HazardClass | 2.1 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 107-25-5(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity | rabbit,LD50,skin,> 8gm/kg (8000mg/kg),GAF Material Safety Data Sheet. |
Product Usage Of Methoxyethene CAS#107-25-5
As an unsaturated ether compound with pronounced chemical activity, vinyl methyl ether mainly functions as a polymerization monomer for the preparation of polymeric materials. It also acts as a key intermediate in organic synthesis to manufacture fine chemicals such as ethylene glycol monomethyl ether. Within the pharmaceutical sector, it can be adopted as a starting material for derivatives used as drug carriers. In addition, it finds minor usage in fuel additives and low-temperature solvent systems.
