Description

2-[(2,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative, valued for its reactive oxirane ring and substituted aromatic moiety, making it a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure is engineered to introduce specific functional groups and cross-linking capabilities into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing active ingredients, intermediates, and specialty resins.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its phenoxy and epoxide groups contribute to biological activity.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in specialty epoxy resin formulations, enhancing flexibility, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Surface Coating Additive: Incorporated into coatings and adhesives to improve performance properties such as durability, curing speed, and substrate bonding.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold in medicinal and synthetic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized in the production of specialty polymers and dendrimers via ring-opening polymerization or other epoxide-based reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-[(2,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	20217-04-3
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylphenyl glycidyl ether; (2,4-Dimethylphenoxymethyl)oxirane; Glycidyl 2,4-dimethylphenyl ether; 1,2-Epoxy-3-(2,4-dimethylphenoxy)propane; 3-(2,4-Dimethylphenoxy)-1,2-epoxypropane; 2,4-Xylenol glycidyl ether; 2,4-DMPGE; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(2,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details

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