Description

Glycidol is a highly versatile and reactive epoxide compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both an epoxide ring and a hydroxyl group, makes it an essential intermediate for introducing glycidyl functionality into polymers and fine chemicals. This product is indispensable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop high-performance materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of β-blockers, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Used to produce glycidyl ethers, which act as reactive diluents and flexibilizers in epoxy resin formulations for coatings, adhesives, and composites.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of various nonionic surfactants and emulsifiers for industrial and consumer applications.
• Biocide Synthesis: Building block for creating glycidyl-based preservatives and antimicrobial agents.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in the production of crosslinked polymers for gels, hydrogels, and ion-exchange resins.
• Chemical Derivatization: Employed in analytical chemistry and biochemistry for modifying proteins, sugars, and other biomolecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Stabilizer and Plasticizer Precursor: Used to synthesize additives that enhance the stability and properties of plastics and elastomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycidol
CAS No.	556-52-5
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2
Molecular Weight	74.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol; Oxiranemethanol; Glycidyl alcohol; 3-Hydroxypropylene oxide; 1,2-Epoxy-3-hydroxypropane; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)oxirane; Epihydrin alcohol
EINECS	209-128-3

Quality Control

Our Glycidol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profile analysis, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to relevant ISO standards and can support compliance requirements for cGMP, REACH, and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Store away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.110 - 1.130
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435

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