Propylene Carbonate
TL;DR: Propylene Carbonate (CAS 108-32-7) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.03169 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
4-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one
Also Known As: PROPYLENE CARBONATE, 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one, Texacar PC, 1,2-Propylene carbonate, Arconate 5000
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C4H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.03169 g/mol |
| XLogP | -0.4 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 35.5 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 3 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 102.03169 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 7 |
| Complexity | 88.0 |
| Melting Point | -48.8 °C |
| Boiling Point | 241.6 °C |
| Density | 1.2047 g/cu cm at 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 116 °C (241 °F) - closed cup |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.04 [mmHg] |
| Refractive Index | Index of refraction: 1.4189 at 20 °C/D |
| Solubility | In water, 1.75X10+5 mg/L at 25 °C |
| SMILES | CC1COC(=O)O1 |
| InChIKey | RUOJZAUFBMNUDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Propylene Carbonate is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
Propylene Carbonate (CAS 108-32-7) is a polymer intermediate with the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.03 g/mol. Key physical properties include a density of 1.2047 g/cu cm at 20 °C g/cm³, a solubility: In water, 1.75X10+5 mg/L at 25 °C. Synonyms include PROPYLENE CARBONATE and 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Propylene Carbonate
Property Insights of Propylene Carbonate
The XLogP value of -0.4 indicates that Propylene Carbonate is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 35.5 Ų, Propylene Carbonate exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Propylene Carbonate has 0 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Propylene Carbonate?
The CAS number of Propylene Carbonate is 108-32-7.
What is the molecular formula of Propylene Carbonate?
The molecular formula of Propylene Carbonate is C4H6O3.
What is the molecular weight of Propylene Carbonate?
The molecular weight of Propylene Carbonate is 102.03169 g/mol.
What are the applications of Propylene Carbonate?
Propylene Carbonate is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project...
Where can I buy Propylene Carbonate?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Propylene Carbonate?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Propylene Carbonate and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.