Description

2-(2-Aminoethoxy)-1,1-Dimethoxyethane is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both amino and acetal-protected aldehyde functionalities. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and linker molecule in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly as a linker for prodrug strategies or to introduce solubilizing polyether chains.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyurethanes, polyamides, and other polymers requiring amino-ether linkages.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Surface Modification: Employed to functionalize surfaces (e.g., silica, polymers) with amino groups via its hydrolysable acetal group, enabling further conjugation.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in the formulation of resins, coatings, and adhesives where its dual functionality can create covalent networks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key intermediate in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Aminoethoxy)-1,1-Dimethoxyethane
CAS No.	1228258-40-9
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO3
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethoxy-2-(2-aminoethoxy)ethane; 2-(2-Aminoethoxy)acetaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Amino-PEG2-aldehyde dimethyl acetal; Aminoethoxyacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 2-[2-(Dimethoxymethyl)ethoxy]ethanamine; N-(2-(2,2-Dimethoxyethoxy)ethyl)amine
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our standard grade for 2-(2-Aminoethoxy)-1,1-Dimethoxyethane typically meets a purity specification of ≥95% (by GC or HPLC). Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We can supply material compliant with cGMP standards for pharmaceutical development upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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