Description

13-Chloro-2,5,8,11-Tetraoxatridecane is a specialized chlorinated polyether compound, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure, featuring both ether linkages and a reactive chloro group, makes it a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules and modifying material properties. This product is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring controlled reactivity and solubility enhancement.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where polyether chains are required for solubility or pharmacokinetic modulation.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive modifier or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to impart flexibility or specific functional groups.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC) Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing quaternary ammonium or phosphonium salts used as phase transfer catalysts in biphasic reactions.
• Surface Active Agent Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the manufacture of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers for industrial formulations.
• Chemical Linker: Utilized in bioconjugation and material science to tether molecules or functionalize surfaces via its reactive chloro terminus.
• Solvent & Co-solvent: Functions as a high-boiling polar aprotic solvent for specialized organic synthesis and electrochemical applications.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	13-Chloro-2,5,8,11-Tetraoxatridecane
CAS No.	57722-04-0
Molecular Formula	C9H19ClO4
Molecular Weight	226.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-[2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethanol; Tetraethylene glycol monochlorohydrin; 1-Chloro-3,6,9,12-tetraoxatetradecane; 3,6,9,12-Tetraoxa-1-chlorotetradecane; Chlorotetraethylene glycol; PEG4 chlorohydrin; 2,5,8,11-Tetraoxatridecan-13-ol, 13-chloro-; Ethanol, 2-[2-[2-[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]-
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Quality Control

Our 13-Chloro-2,5,8,11-Tetraoxatridecane undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Production follows strict in-process controls, and each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and water content are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.455 - 1.465
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL

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