Description

Isopropoxymethanol is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of alkoxy alcohols. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its unique reactivity profile, making it a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise chemical modification and functional group introduction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing protective groups or modifying molecular solubility.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its alkoxy moiety is incorporated into the final product structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories as a versatile reagent for methylation and alkoxylation reactions.
• Solvent & Co-solvent Applications: Functions as a solvent for specific resins, oils, and other organic compounds in formulated products.
• Electronics Chemicals: Potential use in the production of chemicals for the electronics industry, such as in photoresist formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropoxymethanol
CAS No.	56395-05-2
Molecular Formula	C4H10O2
Molecular Weight	90.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropyloxymethanol; (Isopropoxymethyl) alcohol; Methanol, isopropoxy-; 1-Isopropoxymethanol; 2-Propanol, 1-(hydroxymethyl)-; IPM; Isopropoxycarbinol
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Quality Control

Our Isopropoxymethanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.400 - 1.410

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