Triethyl orthoformate
Synonyms: ORTHOFORMIC ACID TRIETHYL ESTER;TEOF;TRIETHYL-O-FORMATE;TRIETHYL ORTHOFORMATE;TRIETHOXYMETHANE;1-(Diethoxymethoxy)ethane;1,1',1'-(Methylidynetris(oxy))tris(ethane);1,1’,1’-(methylidynetris(oxy))tris(ethane)
CAS: 122-51-0
MF: C7H16O3
MW: 148.2
EINECS: 204-550-4
Melting point ?76 °C(lit.)
Boiling point 146 °C(lit.)
density 0.891 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density 5.11 (vs air)
vapor pressure 2.9 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.391(lit.)
Fp 86 °F
storage temp. Flammables area
Water Solubility 1.35 g/L
Sensitive Moisture Sensitive
Merck 14,6884
Chemical Properties clear colourless liquid
Usage Labelled Prednisolone 21-Sulfate (P703755). Prednisolone 21-Sulfate is a metabolite of Prednisolone (P703740).
General Description A clear, colorless liquid with a pungent odor. Less dense than water. Flash point 86°F. Vapors heavier than air. May irritate skin and eyes. Used to make other chemicals.
Air & Water Reactions Highly flammable. Slightly soluble in water.