Oxirane,2-(methoxymethyl)-, (2R)- cas no:64491-70-9
Synonyms: Oxirane,(methoxymethyl)-, (2R)- (9CI);Oxirane, (methoxymethyl)-, (R)-;(R)-(-)-Glycidyl methyl ether;(R)-(-)-Methylglycidyl ether;(R)-Glycidyl methyl ether;(R)-Methoxymethyloxirane;
NameOxirane,2-(methoxymethyl)-, (2R)-
CAS64491-70-9
SynonymsOxirane,(methoxymethyl)-, (2R)- (9CI);Oxirane, (methoxymethyl)-, (R)-;(R)-(-)-Glycidyl methyl ether;(R)-(-)-Methylglycidyl ether;(R)-Glycidyl methyl ether;(R)-Methoxymethyloxirane;
Molecular FormulaC4H8O2
Molecular Weight88.1
AppearanceColorless to light yellow liqui
refractive indexn20/D 1.406(lit.)
storage tempFlammables area
Hazard F:Flammable;Xi:Irritant;
Risk R11;R36/37/38
Safety
Hazard Codes: 
F
Xi
Risk Statements: 11-19-36/37/38
R11:Highly flammable.
R19:May form explosive peroxides.
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 16-26-37/39
S16:Keep away from sources of ignition.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
Carcinogenicity of (R)-(-)-Methyl glycidyl ether (CAS NO.64491-70-9) hasn't been listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC,ACGIH, or CA Prop 65. And its toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
