Description

2-{[(2-Methoxybenzyl)Oxy]Methyl}Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative, also known as a glycidyl ether, valued for its reactive oxirane ring and aromatic methoxybenzyl protecting group. This compound serves as a crucial versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of functionalized side chains. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a protected hydroxyl or ether linkage is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for epoxy resins, enhancing properties like adhesion, flexibility, and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Surface Coating Formulations: Used to modify coating properties, providing improved durability and specific surface characteristics.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Functions as a linker or spacer molecule in the development of biochemical probes and affinity tags.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-{[(2-Methoxybenzyl)Oxy]Methyl}Oxirane
CAS No.	80909-99-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Methoxybenzyloxy)methyl]oxirane; Glycidyl 2-Methoxybenzyl Ether; 1,2-Epoxy-3-[(2-methoxybenzyl)oxy]propane; (2-Methoxybenzyl) glycidyl ether; o-Methoxybenzyl glycidyl ether; 80909-99-5; 2-Methoxybenzyl glycidyl ether; 3-[(2-Methoxybenzyl)oxy]-1,2-epoxypropane
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Quality Control

Our 2-{[(2-Methoxybenzyl)Oxy]Methyl}Oxirane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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 place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.520 - 1.530
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.10 - 1.15

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