R(+)-glycidol

Description

R(+)-glycidol · CAS 57044-25-4 · C3H6O2. UNII S54CF1DV9A. Melting Point: -49 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -45 °C; Melting Point: -49 °F.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	57044-25-4
PubChem CID	11164
Molecular formula	C3H6O2
IUPAC name	oxiran-2-ylmethanol
UNII (FDA)	S54CF1DV9A

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	74.08
XLogP3	-0.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	74.036779430
Monoisotopic Mass	74.036779430
Topological Polar Surface Area	32.8
Heavy Atom Count	5
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	-49 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	-45 °C
Melting Point	-49 °F
Flash Point	162 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point	162 °F
Flash Point	73 °C (closed cup)
Flash Point	72 °C c.c.
Density	1.143 g/cu cm at 25 °C
Density	1.12
Density	1.115 @ 20°C

Physical description & handling notes

• Glycidol is an odorless clear colorless liquid. (NTP, 1992)
• Colorless, slightly viscous liquid; [HSDB]
• COLOURLESS SLIGHTLY VISCOUS LIQUID.
• Colorless, odorless liquid.
• Colorless liquid.
• Colorless, slightly viscous liquid

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302, H312, H315, H319, H331, H335, H341, H350

Documented Uses

• Used primarily as a stabilizer of vinyl polymers; [ACGIH]
• Plastic Composites Manufacturing [Category: Industry]
• CHEM INT FOR PHARMACEUTICALS, COSMETICS, GLYCERIN, SURFACTANTS & POLYMERS
• Stabilizer in manuf of vinyl polymers; intermediate in synthesis of glycerol, glycidyl ethers, and amines; additive for oil and synthetic hydraulic fluids; epoxy resin diluent.
• ... Suggested for use in preparation of glycerol and glycidyl ethers, esters, and amines, in the pharmaceutical industry, and in sanitation chemicals.
• This is a toxic chemical found in cigarettes or generated by tobacco combustion.

Synonyms

GLYCIDOL; 556-52-5; oxiran-2-ylmethanol; Oxiranemethanol; 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol; Glycide; 1-Propanol, 2,3-epoxy-; Epihydrin alcohol; Oxiranylmethanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)oxirane; Glycidyl alcohol; 2,3-Epoxypropanol; 3-Hydroxypropylene oxide; 2-Oxiranemethanol; Epoxypropyl alcohol; Allyl alcohol oxide

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of R(+)-glycidol?

CAS 57044-25-4; molecular formula C3H6O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is R(+)-glycidol known by?

GLYCIDOL, 556-52-5, oxiran-2-ylmethanol, Oxiranemethanol, 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol, Glycide.

Is R(+)-glycidol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H312, H315, H319, H331.

What are the key physical properties of R(+)-glycidol?

Melting Point: -49 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -45 °C; Melting Point: -49 °F; Flash Point: 162 °F (NTP, 1992).

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