CAS 96-35-5 is methyl glycolate, a hydroxyl containing ester organic compound with the molecular formula C ∝ H ₆ O ∝ and a molecular weight of 90.08. It is a colorless and transparent liquid at room temperature, with both alcohol and ester reactivity. It is mainly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and a high-end cleaning solvent.

Core Information
-Chinese name: Methyl Glycolate (alias: Methyl Hydroxyacetate, Methyl Glycolate, Methyl Hydroxyacetate)
-English name: Methyl glycolate (synonym: Methyl 2-hydroxyacetate, Glycolic acid methyl ester)
-CAS number: 96-35-5
-Molecular formula: C ∝ H ₆ O ∝
-Molecular weight: 90.08
-EINECS number: 202-502-7
-Structural formula: COC (=O) CO

Physical and chemical properties
-Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid with a weak ester aroma
-Density: 1.167 g/mL (25 ° C)
-Boiling point: 149-151 ° C (atmospheric pressure)
-Melting point: 149-151 ° C (some data indicate the liquid range, actual atmospheric melting point data is rare, mostly based on boiling point)
-Flash point: 67 ° C (closed cup)/153 ° F
-Refractive index: n ² ⁰/D ≈ 1.417
-Solubility: miscible with water, easily soluble in methanol, chloroform, and various cellulose derivatives
-Hazard: Flammable liquid, irritating to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract (GHS classification: Eye irritation Cat. 2, Skin irritation Cat. 2)

main purpose
1. Organic synthesis intermediates: used for the preparation of ethylene glycol (hydrogenation reduction), glycolic acid (hydrolysis), glycine (ammonolysis), glyoxylic acid and its derivatives, as well as precursors for the synthesis of anticancer drugs and fragrances.
2. Industrial solvents: As excellent solvents for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate, resins, and rubber, they are commonly used in high-end cleaning agents and textile dyeing auxiliaries.
3. Other applications: reaction media or raw materials in the fields of chemical, pharmaceutical, pesticide, feed, and dye.

Safety and Storage
-Storage conditions: Sealed and stored in a cool, dry, ventilated place, away from fire, heat sources, and oxidants.
-Protective measures: Wear protective goggles, gloves, and gas masks during operation to avoid inhaling vapors or contact with skin and eyes.
-Extinguishing medium: dry sand, alcohol resistant foam or carbon dioxide can be used to extinguish fire.

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