Description

2-Phenoxyethylidynetrismethanol is a specialized polyfunctional alcohol derivative containing a phenoxy group. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce multiple hydroxyl functionalities and an aromatic ether moiety into target molecules. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or specialty materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, potentially as a core scaffold or linker due to its multiple reactive hydroxyl sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that benefit from its specific structural features.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a cross-linking agent or polyol component in the production of specialty epoxy resins, polyurethanes, or coatings to enhance properties like adhesion, flexibility, or chemical resistance.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of advanced colorants and optical brighteners where the phenoxy group contributes to chromophore stability and solubility.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Acts as a synthetic intermediate for mesogenic compounds or charge-transport materials used in display technologies and organic electronics.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenoxyethylidynetrismethanol
CAS No.	64049-35-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Tris(hydroxymethyl)-2-phenoxyethane; 2-Phenoxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Tris(hydroxymethyl)(phenoxymethyl)methane; α-Phenoxy-α-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Phenoxymethyltrimethylolmethane; (Phenoxymethyl)trimethylolmethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenoxyethylidynetrismethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates and ISO standards for industrial chemicals, ensuring reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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