Description

Methoxymethyl Formate is a versatile organic ester and a valuable chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both formate and methoxymethyl functional groups, makes it a key reagent in organic synthesis for introducing protecting groups and building complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals, particularly as a formylating or alkoxymethylating agent.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for producing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile reagent for protecting hydroxyl groups and in various carbon-carbon bond formation reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Can be utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and other crosslinked polymer systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxymethyl Formate
CAS No.	4382-75-6
Molecular Formula	C3H6O3
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Formic Acid Methoxymethyl Ester; Methoxymethyl Formiate; Methoxymethoxyformaldehyde; MMF; Methylal Monoformate; (Methoxymethoxy)methane; Methoxymethyl Methanoate
EINECS	224-500-1

Quality Control

Our Methoxymethyl Formate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.380 - 1.390
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.