| Formula / Notation | C4H10O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 110-71-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 90.12 |
| Melting Point | -72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 185 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.868 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | 1,2-dimethoxyethane appears as a liquid with a sharp odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 34 °F. Mildly toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Severely irritates skin and eyes. Vapors heavier than... |
| Also Known As | 110-71-4; Monoglyme; Ethylene glycol dimethyl ether; Glyme; Dimethyl Cellosolve; Dimethoxyethane; Egdme; 2,5-Dioxahexane; Ethane, 1,2-dimethoxy-; Glycol dimethyl ether |
| Category | Solvents |
What is 1,2-Dimethoxyethane?
1,2-dimethoxyethane is a diether that is the 1,2-dimethyl ether of ethane-1,2-diol. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is functionally related to an ethylene glycol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1,2-dimethoxyethane
Other Names / Synonyms: 110-71-4; Monoglyme; Ethylene glycol dimethyl ether; Glyme; Dimethyl Cellosolve; Dimethoxyethane; Egdme; 2,5-Dioxahexane; Ethane, 1,2-dimethoxy-; Glycol dimethyl ether
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 185 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.868 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 90.12 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | 1,2-dimethoxyethane appears as a liquid with a sharp odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 34 °F. Mildly toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Severely irritates skin and eyes. Vapors heavier than... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
1,2-dimethoxyethane is a diether that is the 1,2-dimethyl ether of ethane-1,2-diol. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is functionally related to an ethylene glycol.
Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.
Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for 1,2-Dimethoxyethane is: C4H10O2