Description

2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Acetate is a versatile, high-purity chemical intermediate and solvent with unique hydrophilic properties. Its molecular structure, featuring both an ester group and a polyether chain terminated with a hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable component for formulators requiring controlled solubility and reactivity. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty polymer industries seeking to enhance product performance. Its hygroscopic nature necessitates careful handling and storage to maintain optimal quality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its solubility profile aids in bioavailability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or plasticizer in polyurethane, epoxy, and acrylic systems to adjust flexibility and viscosity.
• Personal Care Formulations: Serves as a solvent or carrier for active ingredients in cosmetics, skin creams, and lotions due to its skin-friendly properties.
• Industrial Solvent & Coalescing Agent: Employed in paints, coatings, and inks where it helps film formation and improves flow characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a protecting group reagent or a building block in organic synthesis for complex molecules.
• Electronics Chemicals: Potential application as a high-purity solvent in photoresist formulations and electronics cleaning processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Acetate
CAS No.	52337-72-1
Molecular Formula	C10H20O6
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acetate; Ethanol, 2-[2-[2-(acetyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]-; 2-[2-(2-Acetoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethanol; Acetic Acid 2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl Ester; TEGMEA; Triethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether Acetate; 2-(2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethyl acetate; PEG-3 Ethyl Ether Acetate
EINECS	257-842-6

Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.12 g/mL

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