Description

2-(4-Cyclohexylphenoxy)Ethanol is a versatile organic compound featuring a cyclohexylphenoxy backbone linked to an ethanol moiety. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis, where its unique properties facilitate specific reactions and enhance material performance. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a lipophilic phenoxyethanol group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and epoxy resins.
• UV Stabilizer & Antioxidant Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of light-stabilizing and antioxidant additives for plastics and synthetic materials.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Component: Incorporated into non-ionic surfactant formulations for industrial and cosmetic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory and industrial-scale organic reactions as a protected alcohol or ether derivative.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Cyclohexylphenoxy)Ethanol
CAS No.	1020-00-4
Molecular Formula	C14H20O2
Molecular Weight	220.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyclohexylphenoxy)ethanol; 4-Cyclohexylphenoxyethanol; Ethanol, 2-(4-cyclohexylphenoxy)-; 2-(p-Cyclohexylphenoxy)ethanol; NSC 403697; 1-Hydroxy-2-(4-cyclohexylphenoxy)ethane; 4-Cyclohexyl-1-(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene
EINECS	213-808-2

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Cyclohexylphenoxy)Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.