Methyl 2-methylglycidate
- CAS NO.：58653-97-7
- Empirical Formula: C5H8O3
- Molecular Weight: 116.12
- MDL number: MFCD00198125
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2026-09-12 18:54:27
What is Methyl 2-methylglycidate?
The Uses of Methyl 2-methylglycidate
Methyl 2-methylglycidate may be used in the synthesis of:
- 2-methyl-2-hydroxy-1-propanol
- 2,3-dihydroxy-2-methyl propionic acid
- methyl 2-hydroxy-3-((4-methoxyphenyl)sulfonyl)-2-methylpropanoate
Synthesis Reference(s)
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 77, p. 89, 1955 DOI: 10.1021/ja01606a029
General Description
Methyl 2-methylglycidate (methyl 2-methyloxirane-2-carboxylate) is an ester derived epoxide. It is reported to be formed by the reaction of methyl pyruvate with diazomethane. It is formed as an intermediate in the synthesis of 1,2,4-oxadiazole derivatives.
Properties of Methyl 2-methylglycidate
| Boiling point: | 62-65 °C/32 mmHg (lit.) |
| Density | 1.097 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| refractive index | n |
| Flash point: | 130 °F |
Safety information for Methyl 2-methylglycidate
| Signal word | Warning |
| Pictogram(s) |
 Flame Flammables GHS02  Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H226:Flammable liquids H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. |
Computed Descriptors for Methyl 2-methylglycidate
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