Description

2-(2-(2-Iodoethoxy)Ethoxy)Ethanol is a specialized iodinated polyether glycol derivative, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a terminal iodine atom and a hydrophilic oligo(ethylene glycol) chain, makes it a versatile building block for creating functionalized materials and bioactive compounds. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, materials science, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity, reactive intermediates for conjugation, polymer modification, and ligand synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of iodinated contrast agents, targeted drug conjugates, and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for modifying polymers to introduce iodine atoms or hydrophilic ethylene oxide chains, enhancing properties for medical devices or specialty coatings.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Serves as a linker molecule for attaching fluorescent dyes, targeting moieties, or other functional groups to biomolecules like proteins, peptides, and antibodies.
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of iodinated compounds used in advanced liquid crystal mixtures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a building block for complex ether and crown ether analogs in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-(2-Iodoethoxy)Ethoxy)Ethanol
CAS No.	62573-16-4
Molecular Formula	C6H13IO3
Molecular Weight	260.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-(2-Iodoethoxy)ethoxy]ethanol; Triethylene glycol monoiodoethyl ether; Iodotriethylene glycol; 1-Iodo-2-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethane; Ethanol, 2-[2-(2-iodoethoxy)ethoxy]-; 2-(2-(2-Iodoethoxy)ethoxy)ethan-1-ol; PEG3-Iodide; Iodo-PEG3-alcohol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-(2-Iodoethoxy)Ethoxy)Ethanol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive applications like pharmaceutical R&D and material science. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profile, is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Iodine Content	Calculated

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