Description

2-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethanol is a versatile chlorinated polyether alcohol with a unique molecular structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive, prized for its reactivity and ability to modify material properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop advanced formulations and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where a hydrophilic, cleavable linker is required.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in epoxy, polyurethane, and other specialty resin systems to adjust viscosity and flexibility.
• Surface Active Agent: Employed as a component in the formulation of specialty surfactants, emulsifiers, and wetting agents for industrial processes.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a key precursor for further organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions and etherifications, to create more complex molecules.
• Solvent & Co-solvent: Functions as a high-boiling polar solvent in applications requiring solvency for resins, dyes, or other organic compounds.
• Textile & Fiber Additive: Utilized in fiber treatment and finishing processes to impart desired characteristics such as softness or anti-static properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethanol
CAS No.	5197-62-6
Molecular Formula	C6H13ClO3
Molecular Weight	168.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethoxy)ethanol; Triethylene glycol monochlorohydrin; 2-Chloroethoxyethoxyethanol; 1-Chloro-3,6,9-trioxaundecan-11-ol; 2-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethoxy]ethan-1-ol; Ethanol, 2-[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethoxy]-; Chlorinated triethylene glycol
EINECS	225-978-8

Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters are 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.455 - 1.465
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.120 - 1.140

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