Description

2-Cyclopropoxyethanol is a versatile organic compound featuring both a cyclopropoxy and a hydroxyl group, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure provides a balance of reactivity and stability, enabling its use in the creation of more complex molecules. This chemical is particularly relevant for industries focused on advanced material science, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• As a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized as a specialty solvent or co-solvent in formulations requiring specific polarity and solvation properties.
• Serves as a precursor in polymer chemistry, particularly for modifying polymer backbones or creating functional monomers.
• Employed in agrochemical research for the synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators.
• Acts as a building block for liquid crystals and other advanced electronic materials.
• Used in organic synthesis laboratories for cyclopropanation reactions and ether synthesis.
• Potential application as a fuel additive component to modify combustion properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopropoxyethanol
CAS No.	20117-44-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Cyclopropoxy)ethanol; Ethylene glycol monocyclopropyl ether; Cyclopropyl 2-hydroxyethyl ether; β-Hydroxyethyl cyclopropyl ether; 2-Cyclopropoxyethan-1-ol; Glycol cyclopropyl ether; NSC 163046
EINECS	243-571-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclopropoxyethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for review and provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.98 - 1.02

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