| Identification | ||
| Name | Methyl glycolate | |
| Synonyms | Methyl hydroxyacetate | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C3H6O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 90.08 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 96-35-5 | |
| EINECS | 202-502-7 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.184 | |
| Melting point | 149-151 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 52 ºC (17 mmHg) | |
| Refractive index | 1.416-1.418 | |
| Flash point | 67 ºC | |