Description

2-Ethoxybenzyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer used as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity, enabling the introduction of the urethane linkage and the 2-ethoxybenzyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients, intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial reagent in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring urethane or urea functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its specific aromatic structure imparts desired biological activity.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in polyurethane and polyurea systems to tailor material properties like flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new reaction pathways and creating custom chemical entities.
• Coatings and Adhesives: Incorporated into high-performance formulations to enhance durability, weatherability, and substrate adhesion.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxybenzyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	93489-09-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO2
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isocyanato-2-ethoxybenzene; 2-Ethoxyphenylmethyl isocyanate; (2-Ethoxyphenyl)methanol, isocyanate; o-Ethoxybenzyl isocyanate; 2-Ethoxybenzyl isocyanate; 2-Ethoxybenzylisocyanate; Benzyl isocyanate, 2-ethoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxybenzyl Isocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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