Description

1-((2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethoxy)Methyl)-4-Vinylbenzene is a specialized organic compound featuring a vinylbenzene core functionalized with a hydrophilic oligo(ethylene glycol) methyl ether side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable functional monomer and intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the specialty polymer, surface science, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel materials with specific solubility, biocompatibility, or surface characteristics.

Application

• Functional Monomer for Specialty Polymers: Used in the synthesis of stimuli-responsive (e.g., thermoresponsive) polymers, hydrogels, and non-fouling surface coatings.
• Surface Modification Agent: Imparts hydrophilic and protein-resistant properties to surfaces for biomedical devices and biosensor applications.
• Crosslinking Agent: Serves as a reactive crosslinker in polymer networks, contributing to controlled mechanical properties and degradation profiles.
• Macromolecular Architecture Building Block: A key intermediate for constructing complex polymer architectures like block copolymers, star polymers, and polymer brushes via controlled radical polymerization techniques (e.g., ATRP, RAFT).
• Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Research: Employed in the development of drug delivery systems and biocompatible materials due to its PEG-like, potentially non-immunogenic side chain.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in creating materials for chromatography, membrane technology, and conductive polymers where surface energy modulation is critical.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-((2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethoxy)Methyl)-4-Vinylbenzene
CAS No.	7327-71-1
Molecular Formula	C15H22O3
Molecular Weight	250.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbenzyl oligo(ethylene glycol) methyl ether; 4-Vinylbenzyl triglycol methyl ether; 2-[2-[2-(4-Vinylbenzyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethanol methyl ether; 1-((2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)methyl)-4-ethenylbenzene; 4-Vinylbenzyl-PEG3-OMe; PEG3-OMe Styrene; Oligo(ethylene glycol) methyl ether 4-vinylbenzyl ether
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-((2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethoxy)Methyl)-4-Vinylbenzene adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential polymerization or oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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