Description

2-(2-Ethoxyphenoxy)Ethanol is a versatile glycol ether derivative characterized by its aromatic ether and terminal hydroxyl functional groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a balance of polarity and solubility. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyethanol backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its ether linkage is integral to biological activity.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling-point solvent in coatings, inks, and dye formulations, offering good solvency for resins and pigments.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for further chemical modifications, such as esterification or etherification, to create surfactants or polymer additives.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and scale-up studies of novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Ethoxyphenoxy)Ethanol
CAS No.	3250-73-5
Molecular Formula	C10H14O3
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene glycol mono(2-ethoxyphenyl) ether; 2-(2-Ethoxyphenoxy)ethan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)ethane; 2-Ethoxyphenoxyethanol; Phenoxyethanol, 2-ethoxy-; NSC 403108; Ethanol, 2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)-
EINECS	221-845-7

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Ethoxyphenoxy)Ethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.520 - 1.525
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.12 g/mL

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