Description

Docosylvinyl Ether is a high-purity, long-chain vinyl ether monomer with the CAS registry number 50698-63-0. This specialty chemical is valued for its ability to introduce hydrophobic, long alkyl chains into polymers, significantly modifying their physical and surface properties. It is a critical building block for advanced material synthesis, serving industries such as specialty polymers, coatings, adhesives, and surface modification technologies where tailored performance is essential.

Application

• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: As a reactive monomer for the production of functional polymers, including poly(vinyl ether)s with specific hydrophobic characteristics.
• Surface Modifiers & Coatings: Used to create low-surface-energy coatings, release agents, and water-repellent finishes for textiles, paper, and industrial surfaces.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Imparts flexibility, hydrophobicity, and improved adhesion to certain substrates in high-performance adhesive systems.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Serves as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of viscosity modifiers and anti-wear additives.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key reagent in various organic transformations, including cycloadditions and the introduction of the docosyl group into target molecules.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel materials with customized chemical functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Docosylvinyl Ether
CAS No.	50698-63-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₄₈O
Molecular Weight	352.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Ethenyloxy)docosane; Docosyl Vinyl Ether; Vinyl Docosyl Ether; 1-Docosyloxyethene; 22-Vinyloxy Docosane; C22 Vinyl Ether; Behenyl Vinyl Ether (common name for C22 chain)
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Quality Control

Our Docosylvinyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent polymerization or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid / Clear liquid (above m.p.)
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acid Value	≤ 0.1 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 1.0 meq/kg

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