Description

Carbon Dioxide: Oxirane is a high-purity chemical compound, also known as a copolymer of carbon dioxide and ethylene oxide. This product is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced polymer synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop materials with tailored properties such as biodegradability or specific reactivity.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing aliphatic polycarbonates and other specialty polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems.
• Surface-Active Agents: Used in the formulation of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Chemical Intermediate: Reactant for producing various esters, carbonates, and urethanes.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Component in the production of high-performance polyurethane-based adhesives and sealants.
• Biodegradable Materials: Raw material for creating environmentally friendly, biodegradable plastics and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbon Dioxide: Oxirane
CAS No.	8070-50-6
Molecular Formula	(C2H4O.CO2)n
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Poly(ethylene carbonate); Carbon Dioxide-Ethylene Oxide Copolymer; Ethylene Carbonate Copolymer; Poly(ethylene oxide carbonate); ECO Polymer; PEC; (Ethylene oxide/carbon dioxide) copolymer; Aliphatic polycarbonate from EO and CO2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carbon Dioxide: Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as molecular weight distribution, residual monomer content, and identity is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C or as specified). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Polymer Content)	≥ 95.0%
Residual Ethylene Oxide	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Moisture Content (KF)	< 0.5%
Molecular Weight (Mw)	As per customer grade requirement
Polydispersity Index (PDI)	As per customer grade requirement

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