Description

2-Hydroxyethyl Formate is a versatile organic ester compound that serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in industrial synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a hydroxyl and an ester group, makes it a reactive building block for producing more complex chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient and reliable raw materials for their processes.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as a polar, high-boiling solvent in various organic synthesis and formulation processes.
• Polymer Industry: Employed as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions in the manufacture of coatings, adhesives, and sealants that require specific curing properties.
• Plasticizer Production: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain plasticizers for polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used in the production of fabric softeners and other textile chemical treatments.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a reagent in R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethyl Formate
CAS No.	628-35-3
Molecular Formula	C3H6O3
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monoforrmate; 2-Hydroxyethyl Formate; Ethylene Glycol Formate; Glycol Monoforrmate; 2-Hydroxyethyl Methanoate; Formic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester; β-Hydroxyethyl Formate; HO-CH2-CH2-O-CHO
EINECS	211-046-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethyl Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' needs for regulatory documentation.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	1.190 - 1.210 g/mL

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