Description

Di(Ethylene Glycol) Vinyl Ether is a versatile vinyl ether monomer characterized by its reactive vinyl group and an ethylene glycol spacer, offering a unique combination of reactivity and solubility. This compound is a crucial building block in polymer chemistry, enabling the synthesis of functional polymers with tailored properties for advanced applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance materials.

Application

• Photocurable Coatings and Inks: Serves as a reactive diluent and crosslinker in UV/EB-curable formulations, contributing to low viscosity, fast cure speeds, and enhanced film flexibility.
• Adhesive and Sealant Formulations: Used as a monomer to modify polymer backbones, improving adhesion, cohesion, and chemical resistance in structural and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate for producing polyvinyl ethers, functionalized polymers, and graft copolymers with specific solubility and thermal characteristics.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for introducing ether and hydroxyl functionalities into target molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Modifier for Resins: Enhances the properties of epoxy, acrylic, and other resin systems by incorporating ether linkages, impacting toughness and compatibility.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di(Ethylene Glycol) Vinyl Ether
CAS No.	929-37-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Vinyloxyethoxy)ethanol; Diethylene glycol monovinyl ether; Vinyl carbitol; DEGVE; Ethanol, 2-(2-ethenyloxy)ethoxy-; 1-(Vinyloxy)-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethane; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether vinyl ether; 2-[2-(Ethenyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol
EINECS	213-195-4

Quality Control

Our Di(Ethylene Glycol) Vinyl Ether is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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