Description

2-Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate is a versatile organic ester compound with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This product matters as a key intermediate for creating high-value derivatives in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, offering a balance of reactivity and stability. It is needed by R&D chemists and production managers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecule development.

Application

• As a crucial chemical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in the production of agrochemicals, including herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Serving as a monomer or modifier in the formulation of specialty polymers and resins.
• Used in organic synthesis laboratories for constructing complex ether and ester derivatives.
• Potential application as a fragrance intermediate or fixative in specialty chemical formulations.
• Employed in material science research for developing novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate
CAS No.	1984-60-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monophenoxyacetate; 2-Phenoxyacetoxyethanol; Phenoxyacetic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-(phenoxyacetoxy)-; Glycol Phenoxyacetate; HO-PEG1-PA; 2-Hydroxyethyl 2-phenoxyacetate
EINECS	217-861-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away 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)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.520 - 1.525
Density	1.18 - 1.22 g/cm³

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