Description

2-Phenylpropylene Oxide is a versatile aromatic epoxide monomer with significant industrial utility. This compound serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers, specialty resins, and fine chemicals, offering a reactive oxirane ring for ring-opening reactions. It is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce phenyl and epoxy functionality into their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Used to modify and enhance the properties of epoxy resin systems, improving flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Production: A monomer for creating polyethers and other polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants to control cure rates and final material properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, used in creating complex molecules for research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylpropylene Oxide
CAS No.	2085-88-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10O
Molecular Weight	134.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Styrene Oxide; 1,2-Epoxyethylbenzene; Phenylethylene Oxide; 2-Phenylethylene Oxide; alpha,β-Epoxystyrene; Phenyloxirane; Oxirane, phenyl-; NSC 406908; Benzene, (epoxyethyl)-
EINECS	218-232-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylpropylene Oxide is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.