Description

Triethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether is a specialized brominated ether derivative of triethylene glycol, serving as a valuable reactive intermediate and functional monomer. This compound is engineered to introduce bromoalkyl and polyether functionalities into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials with tailored properties. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification and controlled reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its bromoethyl group acts as a versatile alkylating agent.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to enhance properties like flexibility, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Surface Active Agent Synthesis: A key building block for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers with unique hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing polyether chains or creating novel molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Used in the development of advanced materials for display technologies and electronic applications due to its molecular structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	110429-45-3
Molecular Formula	C9H19BrO4
Molecular Weight	271.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyl Triethylene Glycol Methyl Ether; 1-Bromo-2-(2-(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethoxy)ethane; Triethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 2-Bromoethyl Ether; 2-[2-[2-(2-Bromoethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethyl Methyl Ether; TEG-BEME; Bromoethyl Triglyme Derivative; Ethanol, 2-bromo-, 1,1'-[1,2-ethanediylbis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyloxy-2,1-ethanediyl)] ether
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Quality Control

Our Triethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and sources of ignition. Due to its reactive bromoalkyl group, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	1.25 - 1.35 g/mL

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