Description

2-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Ethanol is a versatile aromatic ether-alcohol compound, serving as a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a terminal alcohol group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyethanol moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyethers, epoxy resins, and other high-performance polymers to modify flexibility and reactivity.
• UV Stabilizer & Antioxidant Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing compounds that protect materials from degradation caused by light and oxygen.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the manufacture of certain colorants and optical brighteners due to its reactive sites suitable for chromophore attachment.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants that require controlled curing and network formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Ethanol
CAS No.	13398-96-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyphenoxyethanol; 1,2-Ethanediol, 1-(3-hydroxyphenoxy)-; m-Hydroxyphenoxyethanol; 2-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)ethan-1-ol; 3-Hydroxyphenoxyethyl alcohol; Ethylene glycol m-hydroxyphenyl ether; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Hydroxyphenoxy)Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.