Description

2-Hydroxypropyl Acetate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its dual functional groups, which provide excellent solvency and reactivity. This makes it a crucial intermediate and formulation component for industries requiring high-performance chemical synthesis. Key sectors that utilize this compound include pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymer manufacturing, where it serves as a building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its ester and hydroxyl functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a plasticizer or a reactive diluent in coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer formulations to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Solvent for Specialty Formulations: Serves as an effective solvent for cellulose derivatives, resins, and oils in high-performance industrial coatings and inks.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a precursor or component in the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for acetylation and transesterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypropyl Acetate
CAS No.	82944-63-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Propylene Glycol Monoacetate; 1-Acetoxy-2-propanol; 2-Propanol, 1-acetate; (±)-1-Acetoxy-2-propanol; Acetic Acid 2-Hydroxypropyl Ester; 2-Hydroxypropyl Ethanoate; 1,2-Propanediol Monoacetate; PG Acetate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxypropyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, related substances, and physical properties are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.050 - 1.090
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.430

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