Description

2-Butoxy-2-Oxoethyl Hydroxyacetate is a specialized organic ester compound. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique structural properties that facilitate specific chemical transformations and product formulations. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for synthesis and process optimization.

Application

• As a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized as a solubilizing agent or co-solvent in specialty agrochemical formulations.
• Acts as a plasticizer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Employed in the manufacture of specialty surfactants and surface-active agents.
• Used as a reactive diluent in advanced adhesive and coating systems.
• Serves as a building block for organic synthesis in fine chemical production.
• Potential use as a cross-linking agent in specific polymer chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxy-2-Oxoethyl Hydroxyacetate
CAS No.	85237-82-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O5
Molecular Weight	190.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, 2-(butoxycarbonyl)oxy-, 2-hydroxyethyl ester; Glycolic acid, butoxycarbonyloxy-, ethyl ester; 2-Hydroxyethyl (butoxycarbonyloxy)acetate; Ethylene glycol monohydroxyacetate butoxycarbonate; Butyl carbonate of glycolic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxy-2-Oxoethyl Hydroxyacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.450

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