Description

2-Phenoxyphenyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer used as a key building block in advanced polymer synthesis. This compound matters for its role in creating high-performance materials with tailored properties such as enhanced durability, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for applications including crop protection agents, pharmaceutical intermediates, and polyurethane/polyurea elastomers.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of modern pesticides and herbicides, particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyphenyl moiety.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer for synthesizing high-performance polyurethanes and polyureas with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to enhance crosslink density, improving chemical and abrasion resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the isocyanate functional group into complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science: Used in the development of advanced composites and engineered plastics requiring specific interfacial properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenoxyphenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	59377-20-7
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO2
Molecular Weight	211.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isocyanatophenyl phenyl ether; 2-Phenoxyisocyanatobenzene; 2-Phenoxyphenyl isocyanate; 1-Isocyanato-2-phenoxybenzene; Phenyl 2-isocyanatophenyl ether; o-Phenoxyphenyl isocyanate; 2-Phenoxybenzene isocyanate; (2-Phenoxyphenyl)isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Phenoxyphenyl Isocyanate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive applications in agrochemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and specific impurities are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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