Description

1-[4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenoxy]-2,3-Epoxypropane is a specialized epoxy-functional aromatic ether, a key reactive intermediate in advanced polymer synthesis. This compound matters for its bifunctional nature, offering both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an epoxide ring, enabling it to act as a versatile building block for creating cross-linked networks with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the epoxy resin, specialty adhesives, and advanced composite materials industries seeking to enhance thermal stability and mechanical performance.

Application

• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Used as a reactive diluent or co-monomer to modify the viscosity, flexibility, and curing characteristics of standard epoxy resin systems.
• High-Performance Adhesives: Serves as a key ingredient in formulating structural adhesives for aerospace, automotive, and electronics, providing excellent adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Composite Matrix Resins: Incorporated into the resin matrix for fiber-reinforced composites (e.g., carbon fiber, fiberglass) to improve interlaminar shear strength and thermal properties.
• Electronic Encapsulants & Potting Compounds: Utilized in protective coatings and encapsulants for electronic components due to its good electrical insulation and moisture barrier properties.
• Surface Coatings: Acts as a cross-linking agent in industrial and protective coatings, enhancing durability, corrosion resistance, and gloss retention.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Functions as a synthetic building block in the production of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenoxy]-2,3-Epoxypropane
CAS No.	63659-17-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-(Oxiran-2-ylmethoxy)phenethyl] alcohol; 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl glycidyl ether; HEPGE; 2-(4-Glycidyloxyphenyl)ethanol; Phenoxyethanol glycidyl ether; 1-[4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenoxy]-2,3-epoxypropane; p-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl glycidyl ether; Glycidyl 4-(2-hydroxyethyl)phenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-[4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenoxy]-2,3-Epoxypropane is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent reactivity, and batch-to-batch reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, epoxide content, and key impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve epoxide functionality and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Epoxide Value	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details

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