Description

1-Isocyanato-2-Methoxyethane is a versatile aliphatic isocyanate monomer characterized by its reactive isocyanate (-NCO) group and methoxyethyl backbone. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of specialized polymers and fine chemicals, offering a balance of reactivity and solubility. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel urethane-based products and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring urethane or carbamate linkages for controlled release or targeting.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in polyurethane (PU) systems, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers to modify flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Surface Coating Formulations: Incorporated into high-performance coatings for industrial, automotive, or marine applications to improve durability, gloss, and weatherability.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and other functional additives where the methoxyethyl group imparts specific solubility or compatibility properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial labs for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel molecular architectures in organic and polymer chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Isocyanato-2-Methoxyethane
CAS No.	42170-95-6
Molecular Formula	C4H7NO2
Molecular Weight	101.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyethyl isocyanate; Methoxyethyl isocyanate; Isocyanatoethyl methyl ether; 2-Isocyanatoethyl methyl ether; β-Methoxyethyl isocyanate; NSC 93766; 1-Isocyanato-2-methoxy-ethane
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Isocyanato-2-Methoxyethane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and IR spectroscopy to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We are committed to supporting our clients' regulatory needs, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to maximize stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Density (at 20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.430

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