Description

Glycine, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized amino acid derivative ester, identified by CAS No. 214709-50-9, valued for its bifunctional structure containing both ester and hydroxyl groups. This compound matters as a versatile chemical building block and intermediate, enabling tailored synthesis in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is needed by industries focused on developing pharmaceutical actives, agrochemicals, and specialty surfactants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring functionalized amino acid backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of modern herbicides and plant growth regulators, where its ester group facilitates further chemical modifications.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel amphoteric or nonionic surfactants due to its hydroxyethyl and ester functionalities.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce hydrophilic and reactive sites into polymer chains for specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for creating cleavable linkers or modifying peptides and proteins.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycine, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	214709-50-9
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO3
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)(methyl)amino]acetate; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-methylglycine Ethyl Ester; 2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)(methyl)amino]acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-methylglycinate; Amino Ester HEEG; Glycine, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-methyl-, ethyl ester (9CI); N-Methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)glycine ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Glycine, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for synthetic intermediate applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's reactivity profile.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12

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