Description

2-Butoxyethyl Chloroacetate is a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty solvent with significant utility in advanced manufacturing. Its bifunctional structure, containing both an ether and an ester group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules and formulating high-performance products. This compound is particularly relevant for industries focused on agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymer production, where precise chemical functionality is required.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as an alkylating agent or protecting group reagent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals requiring chloroacetate ester functionality.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in formulations requiring a solvent with moderate polarity and good solvating power for resins and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxyethyl Chloroacetate
CAS No.	5330-17-6
Molecular Formula	C8H15ClO3
Molecular Weight	194.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Chloroacetate; 2-Butoxyethanol Chloroacetate; Butyl Cellosolve Chloroacetate; Chloroacetic Acid 2-Butoxyethyl Ester; 2-(Butoxy)ethyl Chloroacetate; β-Butoxyethyl Chloroacetate; NSC 403108; EINECS 226-215-6
EINECS	226-215-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxyethyl Chloroacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and titration methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	1.090 - 1.110 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%

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