Description

1,4-Diethoxybenzene CAS NO 122-95-2 is a high-purity aromatic ether compound, also known as hydroquinone diethyl ether, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block. Its primary commercial significance lies in its utility in organic synthesis, particularly for the production of specialty chemicals, dyes, and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in creating advanced materials and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the production of specialty dyes, pigments, and colorants for various industrial applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a protected form of hydroquinone or as an ethoxy-substituted benzene derivative in a wide range of coupling and functionalization reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel compounds.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the formulation of stabilizers, antioxidants, or other functional additives for polymer systems.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the creation of certain aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Diethoxybenzene
CAS No.	122-95-2
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydroquinone Diethyl Ether; p-Diethoxybenzene; 1,4-Diethoxybenzol; Benzene, 1,4-diethoxy-; Diethyl Ether of Hydroquinone; EQDE; EQD; NSC 406696
EINECS	204-589-7

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Diethoxybenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and identification by FTIR, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding applications like pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.