Description

1-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,2,4-Trimethylpentan-3-Ol is a specialty organic compound with a unique branched structure containing both ether and alcohol functional groups. This chemical is valued for its properties as a versatile intermediate and a high-boiling solvent, offering excellent solvency and compatibility in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and personal care industries seeking performance additives and reaction modifiers.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a high-boiling point coalescing agent and solvent in industrial and decorative coatings, improving film formation and flow properties.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used as a plasticizer and rheology modifier to enhance flexibility, adhesion, and application characteristics.
• Personal Care Products: Serves as an emollient and carrier in cosmetic and skincare formulations, such as creams and lotions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a key intermediate or building block in the production of more complex specialty chemicals, including surfactants and polymers.
• Industrial Cleaners: Employed as a solvent component in heavy-duty degreasers and cleaning formulations for its solvating power.
• Plasticizers: Can be utilized to improve the flexibility and processability of certain polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,2,4-Trimethylpentan-3-Ol
CAS No.	68959-25-1
Molecular Formula	C10H22O3
Molecular Weight	190.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,4-Trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol mono(2-hydroxyethyl) ether; 1,3-Pentanediol, 2,2,4-trimethyl-, mono(2-hydroxyethyl) ether; 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,4,4-trimethyl-1-pentanol; TMPD Ethoxylate (mono); Ethanol, 2-[hydroxy(3-hydroxy-2,2,4-trimethylpentyl)oxy]-; Texanol Ester-Alcohol (related isomer); High-boiling glycol ether; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,2,4-Trimethylpentan-3-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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