Description

2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethanol is a versatile chlorinated ether-alcohol compound, also known as 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethanol CAS NO 628-89-7. It serves as a crucial chemical intermediate and solvent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking a reactive building block with dual functional groups.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and surfactants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug formulations.
• Agrochemical Production: Intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Acts as a polar aprotic solvent for various organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce ether and hydroxyl functionalities into polymer chains to modify properties.
• Surface Active Agents: Raw material for producing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethanol
CAS No.	628-89-7
Molecular Formula	C4H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	124.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethanol; Ethylene glycol chlorohydrin monoether; 2-Chloroethoxyethanol; β-Chloroethoxyethanol; 1-Chloro-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethane; Ethanol, 2-(2-chloroethoxy)-; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether monochlorohydrin; 2-(β-Chloroethoxy)ethanol
EINECS	211-076-1

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Ethanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

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)	1.447 - 1.451
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.