Molecular Formula | C7H10O2 |
Molar Mass | 126.15 |
Density | 0.968g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | 15°C |
Boling Point | 180°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 158°F |
JECFA Number | 1177 |
Vapor Presure | 0.915mmHg at 25°C |
Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.503(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00038319 |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | 36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
FEMA | 3714 | METHYL SORBATE |
NIST chemical information | information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
Application | methyl sorbate can be used as a pharmaceutical synthesis intermediate, such as for the synthesis of apple moth sex pheromone, it can also be used in the fields of pharmaceutical excipients and chemical industry. |