Description

1,2-Diformyloxyethane is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of formate esters. This chemical serves as a valuable formylating agent and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories and chemical manufacturers requiring precise molecular building blocks for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a cross-linking agent or monomer modifier in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile formyl source for introducing the formyloxy group in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Diformyloxyethane
CAS No.	629-15-2
Molecular Formula	C4H6O4
Molecular Weight	118.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Diformate; Ethylene Diformate; 1,2-Ethanediol Diformate; Glycol Diformate; Difformiate d'éthylèneglycol; Ethandiol-1,2-diformiat; Ethylenglykoldiformiat; NSC 66400
EINECS	211-076-8

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Diformyloxyethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Report and comply with agreed limits

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