2-(Benzyloxy)ethanol
CAS Number622-08-2
FormulaC6H5CH2OCH2CH2OH
Mol. Weight152.19 g/mol
2-(Benzyloxy)ethanol
What is 2-(Benzyloxy)ethanol?
2-(Benzyloxy)ethanol is a chemical compound with CAS number 622-08-2 and molecular formula C6H5CH2OCH2CH2OH. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
2-(Benzyloxy)ethanol has been used in:
• 9-(2-hydroxyethyl)-link
• synthesis of benzyloxy ethyl methacrylate monomer by esterification with methacryloyl chloride2
• a base-free iridium-catalyzed direct alkylation of active methylene compounds with alcohols3
Specifications
Linear Formula
C6H5CH2OCH2CH2OH
Molecular Weight
152.19 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Boiling Point
265 °C(lit.)
Density
1.071 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H302-H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
210-719-3
WGK Germany
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