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Ethylene carbonate

IUPAC: 1,3-dioxolan-2-one

C3H4O3 Solvents CAS 96-49-1
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Formula / NotationC3H4O3
CAS Number96-49-1
Molecular Weight88.06
Melting Point36.4 °C
Boiling Point248 °C
Density1.3214 at 39 °C
SolubilitySoluble in water, alcohol, ether, and benzene
AppearanceOther Solid; Liquid
Also Known As1,3-dioxolan-2-one; 1,3-DIOXOLAN-2-ONE; 96-49-1; Glycol carbonate; Ethylene glycol carbonate; Dioxolone-2; Cyclic ethylene carbonate; Ethylene carbonic acid; Carbonic acid, cyclic ethylene ester; Ethylene glycol, cyclic carbonate
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What is Ethylene carbonate?

Ethylene carbonate (C3H4O3) is a solvent that appears as Other Solid; Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 88.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dioxolan-2-one. Boiling point: 248 °C. Melting point: 36.4 °C.

Formula & Notation

C3H4O3

IUPAC Name: 1,3-dioxolan-2-one

Other Names / Synonyms: 1,3-dioxolan-2-one; 1,3-DIOXOLAN-2-ONE; 96-49-1; Glycol carbonate; Ethylene glycol carbonate; Dioxolone-2; Cyclic ethylene carbonate; Ethylene carbonic acid; Carbonic acid, cyclic ethylene ester; Ethylene glycol, cyclic carbonate

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Other Solid; Liquid. Molecular formula: C3H4O3. Molecular weight: 88.06 g/mol. Boiling point: 248 °C. Melting point: 36.4 °C. Density: 1.3214 at 39 °C. Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and benzene. Vapor pressure: 0.0098 [mmHg]. LogP: 0.3.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point36.4 °C
Boiling Point248 °C
Density1.3214 at 39 °C
Molecular Weight88.06
SolubilitySoluble in water, alcohol, ether, and benzene
AppearanceOther Solid; Liquid

Uses & Applications

Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.

Safety Information

Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.

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Key Facts

Term Ethylene carbonate
Formula C3H4O3
CAS Number 96-49-1
Molecular Weight 88.06
Category Solvents
Index All "E" terms
Synonyms 1,3-dioxolan-2-one; 1,3-DIOXOLAN-2-ONE; 96-49-1; Glycol carbonate; Ethylene glycol carbonate; Dioxolone-2; Cyclic ethylene carbonate; Ethylene carbonic acid; Carbonic acid, cyclic ethylene ester; Ethylene glycol, cyclic carbonate

Frequently Asked Questions

Ethylene carbonate (C3H4O3) is a solvent that appears as Other Solid; Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 88.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dioxolan-2-one. Boiling point: 248 °C. Melting point: 36.4 °C.

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