Description

2-Morpholin-4-Yl-2-Oxoethanol is a versatile organic compound featuring both morpholine and glycolic acid structural motifs. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring morpholine or hydroxyacetamide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor in organic synthesis for creating heterocyclic compounds, ligands, and specialty polymers.
• Polymer Modification: Potential use as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce polar, hydrogen-bonding groups into polymer chains, modifying their physical properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Can be investigated as a component in formulations designed to protect metals, leveraging the coordinating ability of the morpholine nitrogen.
• Ligand for Metal Complexation: The oxygen and nitrogen atoms make it a candidate ligand for coordinating various metal ions in catalytic or analytical applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Morpholin-4-Yl-2-Oxoethanol
CAS No.	51068-78-1
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO3
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Morpholino-2-oxoethanol; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)morpholine-4-carboxamide; 4-(2-Hydroxyacetyl)morpholine; Glycolic acid morpholide; Morpholine-4-glycolic acid amide; N-Carbamoylmorpholinoethanol; 2-Oxo-2-(morpholin-4-yl)ethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Morpholin-4-Yl-2-Oxoethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant tests. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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