Methyl Formate
- CAS Number
- 107-31-3
- HSN Code
- 29151300
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4O2
- Catalogue Number
- AL3063
- Purity
- ≥ 97%
- Molecular Weight
- 60.05 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Methyl formate is a formate ester resulting from the formal condensation of formic acid with methanol. A low-boiling (31.5 C) colourless, flammable liquid, it has been used as a fumigant and larvicide for tobacco and food crops.
Also known as Formic acid methyl ester.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3063
- CAS Number
- 107-31-3
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 60.05 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29151300
- Grade
- 97% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -99.8 °C; Boiling point: 31.5 °C; Flash point: -2 °F (-19 °C) (Closed Cup); Density: 0.987 at 15 °C/15 °C; Solubility: 28.35 kJ/mol at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid [Note: A gas above 89 degrees F]
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Methyl Formate
- Catalogue No.
- AL3063
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 107-31-3
- EC Number
- 203-481-7
- Grade
- 97% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 607-096-00-9
- Chemical Formula
- C2H4O2
- HSN Code
- 29151300
- Synonyms
- Formic acid methyl ester
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a solvent, fumigant, and synthetic intermediate.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 1; Acute Tox. 4; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7865 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Vapor may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Methyl Formate
- CAS No.
- 107-31-3
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, and irritation of the eyes and skin.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapors are heavier than air (vapor density, 2.07) and may travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Agreeable
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -99.8 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 31.5 °C
- Flash point
- -2 °F (-19 °C) (Closed Cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 840 °F (449 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 585.7 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.07 (Air= 1)
- Density
- 0.987 at 15 °C/15 °C
- Solubility
- 28.35 kJ/mol at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 0.03
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Lower: 3.0 vol%, Upper: 17.0 vol%
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Reacts violently with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 1500 mg/kg bw; LC50 Rat inhalation >5.2 mg/L/4 hr; LD50 Rat dermal >4000 mgkg bw 98% pure/
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1243
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1243
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1243
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1243
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1243
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Methyl Formate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Methyl Formate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Methyl Formate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Methyl Formate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Methyl Formate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Methyl formate is used as a blowing agent in polyurethane foam production and as an intermediate in formic acid chemistry. It also serves as a solvent in various chemical reactions.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01022
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 60.05 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | A Clear colorless liquid. | A Clear colorless liquid. |
| Assay (GC) | 98 % v/v min | 99.23% |
| Wt. per ml at 20°C | 0.969-0.971g | 0.970 g |
| Methanol (GC) | 3% max | < 3% |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97% For Synthesis | ≥ 97% | m.p. -99.8 °C; b.p. 31.5 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | 28.35 kJ/mol at 25 °C |
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