Description

o-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl]-Hydroxylamine is a specialized hydroxylamine derivative featuring a methoxyethoxymethyl (MEM) protecting group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate, particularly in the construction of complex molecules where selective protection and functionalization of the hydroxylamine moiety are required. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of drug candidates, especially those containing N-O functional groups or requiring controlled nitroxide chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the hydroxylamine group is integral to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a functional monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or surface modifiers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the synthesis of probes and linkers used in bioconjugation and target identification studies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl]-Hydroxylamine
CAS No.	113952-50-4
Molecular Formula	C4H11NO3
Molecular Weight	121.14 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Methoxyethoxymethoxy)hydroxylamine; MEM-Hydroxylamine; O-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)methyl]hydroxylamine; Hydroxylamine O-(2-methoxyethoxymethyl) ether; (2-Methoxyethoxymethoxy)amine N-oxide; N-Hydroxy-O-[(2-methoxyethoxy)methyl]hydroxylamine; N-(MEM)hydroxylamine
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Quality Control

Our o-[(2-Methoxyethoxy)Methyl]-Hydroxylamine is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider keeping the container under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.