Description

Diethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether is a specialized brominated ether derivative of diethylene glycol, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block. Its value lies in its reactive bromoethyl and ether functionalities, which enable its use in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material chemistry. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for constructing active ingredients, functional monomers, and specialty surfactants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring ether-linked side chains or alkylating agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers with specific solubility profiles.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing glycol ether chains via nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of components for display materials and other electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	72593-77-2
Molecular Formula	C7H15BrO3
Molecular Weight	227.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromoethoxy)ethyl methyl ether; Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether 2-bromoethyl ether; 1-Bromo-2-[2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethane; 2-[2-(2-Bromoethoxy)ethoxy]ethanol methyl ether; Ethanol, 2-[2-(2-bromoethoxy)ethoxy]-, methyl ether; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether, 2-bromoethyl methyl ether; (2-Bromoethoxy)ethyl methyl ether; Glyme derivative, brominated
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Quality Control

Our Diethylene Glycol 2-Bromoethyl Methyl Ether is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications, and we can tailor specifications to meet specific customer or pharmacopeial requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.30 - 1.35
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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