Description

4,4''(5'')-Di(1-Hydroxyethyl)Dibenzo-18-Crown-6 is a functionalized crown ether derivative, specifically a dibenzo-18-crown-6 ether with hydroxymethyl groups attached to the aromatic rings. This compound is valued for its enhanced solubility and ability to form stable complexes with specific metal cations, particularly potassium and ammonium ions. It serves as a critical intermediate and selective complexing agent in advanced chemical synthesis, analytical chemistry, and materials science for researchers and industrial chemists.

Application

• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in organic synthesis.
• Ion-Selective Electrodes & Sensors: Acts as an ionophore in membrane electrodes for the selective detection of potassium (K⁺) and ammonium (NH₄⁺) ions.
• Chemical Separation & Extraction: Used in liquid-liquid extraction processes to selectively separate and purify specific metal ions from complex mixtures.
• Polymer & Material Modification: Serves as a building block or additive to impart ion-binding properties to polymers and advanced materials.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed in chromatographic methods and as a complexing agent in spectroscopic analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of more complex crown ether-based compounds for research and development.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A key reagent for studying host-guest chemistry, supramolecular assembly, and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4''(5'')-Di(1-Hydroxyethyl)Dibenzo-18-Crown-6
CAS No.	69542-38-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₃₂O₈
Molecular Weight	448.51 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-(5')-Bis(hydroxymethyl)dibenzo-18-crown-6; 4',4''(5'')-Di(hydroxymethyl)dibenzo-18-crown-6; Dibenzo-18-crown-6, 4,4'-(5')-bis(hydroxymethyl)-; 4,4'-(5')-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-dibenzo-18-crown-6; 4,4'-(5')-Di(hydroxymethyl)dibenzo-18-crown-6; Hydroxymethyl Dibenzo-18-Crown-6; Functionalized Dibenzo-18-Crown-6 Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and precise customer requirements. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, identification, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) where applicable to support research and development across global markets.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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