Description

1,2-Ethanediyl 1-Acetate 2-Formate is a specialized diester compound of ethylene glycol, combining acetate and formate functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for its reactivity profile and solvency properties.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex esters, pharmaceuticals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Solvent: Used as a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent for reactions involving strong bases and in the purification of sensitive compounds.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a monomer or plasticizer intermediate in the production of specialized polyesters and cellulose derivatives.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Employed as a co-solvent or intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides and herbicides.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in resin and coating formulations where its dual ester groups can participate in crosslinking reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Ethanediyl 1-Acetate 2-Formate
CAS No.	29776-97-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monoacetate Monoformate; Ethylene Glycol Acetate Formate; 2-(Formyloxy)ethyl acetate; 1-Acetoxy-2-formyloxyethane; Glycol Monoacetate Monoformate; Acetic acid 2-(formyloxy)ethyl ester; Monoacetin Monoformate (related); EGAF
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Ethanediyl 1-Acetate 2-Formate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.150 - 1.180
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.430

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