Description

Triethylene Glycol 4-Methylbenzyl Ether Tosylate is a specialized organic intermediate and protecting group reagent. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research, where precise chemical modification is critical. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing and protecting sensitive molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the tosylate group acts as a leaving group in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Protecting Group Reagent: The tosylate and ether functionalities are utilized to protect alcohol groups during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Surface Active Agents: Used in the research and development of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylene Glycol 4-Methylbenzyl Ether Tosylate
CAS No.	1688666-41-2
Molecular Formula	C21H28O7S
Molecular Weight	424.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-[2-(4-Methylbenzyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; 4-Methylbenzyl Triethylene Glycol Tosylate; p-Tolylmethyl Triethylene Glycol p-Toluenesulfonate; Triethylene Glycol Monop-Tolylmethyl Ether Tosylate; TGMPTME Tosylate; TEG 4-Methylbenzyl Ether Tosylate
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Quality Control

Our Triethylene Glycol 4-Methylbenzyl Ether Tosylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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