Description

4-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)Morpholine is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a morpholine ring and a protected acetaldehyde moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex nitrogen-containing molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing morpholine or piperazine derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitrogen heterocycles for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce morpholine functional groups into polymer chains, altering properties like solubility, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an intermediate in the production of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)Morpholine
CAS No.	3616-59-9
Molecular Formula	C10H21NO3
Molecular Weight	203.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)morpholine; N-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)morpholine; 2,2-Diethoxyethylmorpholine; Morpholine, 4-(2,2-diethoxyethyl)-; Diethoxyethylmorpholine; N-(Diethoxyethyl)morpholine; 4-(Diethoxyethyl)morpholine; 2-(Morpholin-4-yl)acetaldehyde diethyl acetal
EINECS	222-806-8

Quality Control

Our 4-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)Morpholine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 acids. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4400 - 1.4450
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030 g/mL

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