Description

Ethoxyacetic Anhydride is a specialized organic anhydride used as a key reagent and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce the ethoxyacetyl functional group, enabling the creation of novel compounds with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring ethoxyacetyl modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including coatings and adhesives with specific solubility or reactivity profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in esterification and acylation reactions in fine chemical and academic research laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethoxyacetic Anhydride
CAS No.	14521-87-0
Molecular Formula	C8H14O5
Molecular Weight	190.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethoxyacetic Acid Anhydride; Acetic Acid, 2-Ethoxy-, Anhydride; 2-Ethoxyacetic Anhydride; Bis(2-ethoxyacetyl) Ether; Ethoxyacetyl Anhydride; Acetic Acid, Ethoxy-, Anhydride
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Quality Control

Our Ethoxyacetic Anhydride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.10 - 1.15

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