| Identification | |
| Name: | Glycerol formal |
| Synonyms: | m-Dioxan-5-ol(7CI);1,3-Formalglycerol;5-Hydroxy-1,3-dioxane;5-Hydroxy-m-dioxane;1,3-Dioxan-5-ol; |
| CAS: | 4740-78-7 |
| EINECS: | 225-248-9 |
| Molecular Formula: | C4H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 104.10 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/2C4H8O3/c5-4-1-6-3-7-2-4;5-1-4-2-6-3-7-4/h2*4-5H,1-3H2/t;4-/m.1/s1 |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Density: | 1.217 g/cm3 |
| Stability: | Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Refractive index: | 1.45-1.452 |
| Solubility: | Very soluble |
| Appearance: | Clear liquid |
| Specification: |
Glycerol formal (CAS NO.4740-78-7) is also named as 1,3-Dioxan-5-ol ; 1,3-Formalglycerol ; 5-m-Dioxanol ; 5-Hydroxy-m-dioxane ; m-Dioxan-5-ol(7CI) . Glycerol formal (CAS NO.4740-78-7) is clear liquid. |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. |
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