Methyl benzoylformate
Synonym(s):Methyl phenylglyoxylate;Methylphenyl glyoxylate;Phenylglyoxylic acid methyl ester, Benzoyl formic acid methyl ester
- CAS NO.:15206-55-0
- Empirical Formula: C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight: 164.16
- MDL number: MFCD00008443
- EINECS: 239-263-3
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2025-12-17 09:50:40
What is Methyl benzoylformate?
Chemical properties
CLEAR YELLOW LIQUID
The Uses of Methyl benzoylformate
Methyl Benzoylformate is used in preparation of strong chemistry-resistant tin ink for printed circuit board.
Definition
ChEBI: The methyl ester of phenylglyoxylic acid with methanol. Metabolite observed in cancer metabolism.
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified
Purification Methods
Purify the ester by radial chromatography (diethyl ether/hexane, 1:1), and dry it at 110-112o/6mm. [Meyers & Oppenlaender J Am Chem Soc 108 1989 1986, Beilstein 10 IV 2738.]
Properties of Methyl benzoylformate
| Melting point: | 16°C |
| Boiling point: | 246-248 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 1.155 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor pressure | <0.1 hPa (20 °C) |
| refractive index | n |
| Flash point: | >230 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Clear yellow |
| Specific Gravity | 1.161.155 |
| Water Solubility | 2g/L at 20℃ |
| BRN | 1100868 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 15206-55-0(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | Benzeneacetic acid, «alpha»-oxo-, methyl ester(15206-55-0) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Benzeneacetic acid, .alpha.-oxo-, methyl ester (15206-55-0) |
Safety information for Methyl benzoylformate
| Signal word | Danger |
| Pictogram(s) |
![]() Health Hazard GHS08 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H317:Sensitisation, Skin H334:Sensitisation, respiratory H340:Germ cell mutagenicity |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P272:Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284:Wear respiratory protection. 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. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P333+P313:IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P405:Store locked up. |
Computed Descriptors for Methyl benzoylformate
Methyl benzoylformate manufacturer
Stratechem (India) Private Limited
Mumbai
product: Phenylglyoxylicacid Methyl Ester (Technocure Mbf)
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