Description

2-Azidoethanol is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both an azido group and a hydroxyl group, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to participate in click chemistry reactions, specifically the copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC), for efficient and selective molecular conjugation. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, bioconjugation, and materials science industries who require a reliable linker or precursor for creating complex molecules, polymers, and labeled biomolecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those utilizing click chemistry for modular assembly.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Used to attach fluorescent dyes, affinity tags, or other functional moieties to proteins, antibodies, and oligonucleotides via its reactive azide group.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers, hydrogels, and surface coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Enables the study of biological processes through bioorthogonal labeling strategies in live cells and organisms.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a precursor or component in the development of specialized energetic compounds due to the presence of the azido functionality.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts with integrated azido-ethanol backbones.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Azidoethanol
CAS No.	1517-05-1
Molecular Formula	C₂H₅N₃O
Molecular Weight	87.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azidoethan-1-ol; Ethanol, 2-azido-; β-Azidoethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyl azide; Azidoethanol; N₃CH₂CH₂OH; Glycol azide; Azidoethyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Azidoethanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep separated from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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