Description

1-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Butane is a specialized organic compound featuring a butyl chain linked to a chloroethoxy ethoxy moiety, making it a valuable bifunctional chemical intermediate. Its structure provides unique reactivity, allowing it to act as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as process engineers, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing ether-linked side chains or as a precursor for prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chloro and ether groups facilitate specific biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and surfactants, imparting specific solubility or reactivity properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories as a versatile alkylating agent or spacer molecule for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Can be used in the synthesis of components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials due to its tailored chain length and polarity.
• Surface Active Agents: Functions as a precursor in the synthesis of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers for industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Butane
CAS No.	1120-23-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17ClO2
Molecular Weight	180.67 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethyl butyl ether; Butyl 2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl ether; 1-Butoxy-2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethane; Ethanol, 2-(2-chloroethoxy)-, butyl ether; NSC 403119; 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethoxybutane; 1-Butyloxy-2-(2'-chloroethoxy)ethane
EINECS	214-317-7

Quality Control

Our 1-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Butane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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