Description

Ethyl 2-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxyacetate is a versatile organic ester compound, valued for its bifunctional hydroxyl and ester groups which make it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. This chemical serves as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, offering a reactive site for further functionalization. It is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and production managers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and flavor & fragrance industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive hydroxyl and ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a co-monomer or cross-linking agent to modify the properties of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing esters with specific organoleptic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protected glycolic acid derivative or a chiral synthon in asymmetric synthesis and academic research.
• Solvent & Plasticizer Precursor: Used in the production of high-boiling-point solvents and specialty plasticizers for polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxyacetate
CAS No.	49653-17-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O4
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-ethoxy-2-hydroxyacetate; 2-Ethoxy-2-hydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (2-ethoxy-2-oxoethoxy)acetate; Glycolic acid, 2-ethoxy-, ethyl ester; Ethoxyhydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl α-ethoxy-α-hydroxyacetate; Acetic acid, 2-ethoxy-2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Ethoxy-2-Hydroxyacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and prevent contamination.

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)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL

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