Description

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-[(o-Methoxyphenoxy)Methyl]-1,3-Propanediol is a specialized polyol derivative with a unique aromatic ether moiety. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel intermediates, cross-linking agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring controlled release or targeted delivery profiles.
• Polymer Cross-Linking Agent: Used to modify and enhance the properties of resins, coatings, and adhesives by introducing ether linkages and improving thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic functionality.
• Dendrimer and Hyperbranched Polymer Building Block: Its multiple hydroxyl groups make it an ideal core or branching unit for constructing complex macromolecular architectures.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for functional polymers used in display technologies and electronic encapsulants.
• Cosmetic and Personal Care Ingredient: Potential use as a humectant or viscosity modifier in high-performance formulations, subject to appropriate regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-[(o-Methoxyphenoxy)Methyl]-1,3-Propanediol
CAS No.	7271-80-9
Molecular Formula	C12H18O6
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-[(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-2-propanol; 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, 2-[(o-methoxyphenoxy)methyl] derivative; o-Methoxyphenoxymethyl Substituted Pentaerythritol; 2-[(2-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Glycol, [2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediyl] bis[2-methoxyphenyl] ether (related); Tris(hydroxymethyl)methane Derivative; Aromatic Pentaerythritol Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-[(o-Methoxyphenoxy)Methyl]-1,3-Propanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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