3-METHYL-2-OXAZOLIDONE

Synonym(s):3-Methyl-1,3-oxazolidin-2-one

CAS NO.：19836-78-3
Empirical Formula: C4H7NO2
Molecular Weight: 101.1
MDL number: MFCD00009759
EINECS: 243-361-1
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-11-28 16:31:44

What is 3-METHYL-2-OXAZOLIDONE?

The Uses of 3-METHYL-2-OXAZOLIDONE

3-Methyl-2-oxazolidinone mixed with ethylene carbonate or dimethyl carbonate in the presence of lithium tetrafluoroborate or lithium hexafluorophosphate has been used as an electrolyte in lithium batteries.

Purification Methods

Purify the oxazolidone by successive fractional freezing, then dry it in a dry-box over 4A molecular sieves for 2 days. Distil it under high vacuum and store it dry as before. [Beilstein 27 III/IV 2517.]

Properties of 3-METHYL-2-OXAZOLIDONE

Melting point:	15 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	87-90 °C1 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.17 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.454(lit.)
Flash point:	>230 °F
pka	-1.34±0.20(Predicted)
form	powder to lump to clear liquid
color	White or Colorless to Light yellow
Dielectric constant	79.299999999999997
EPA Substance Registry System	2-Oxazolidinone, 3-methyl- (19836-78-3)

Safety information for 3-METHYL-2-OXAZOLIDONE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P233:Keep container tightly closed. P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P304:IF INHALED: P312:Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P321:Specific treatment (see … on this label). P340:Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P362:Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P403:Store in a well-ventilated place. P405:Store locked up. P403+P233:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501:Dispose of contents/container to..…