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2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether
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2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether (MEM chloride) is a reactive chloromethyl ether alkylating agent used in organic synthesis as a reagent to install the 2-methoxyethoxymethyl (MEM) protecting group, most commonly on alcohols. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. CAS: 3970-21-6, Molecular Formula: C4H9ClO2, Molecular Weight: 124.56 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Purity | ≥ 95.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| 2-Chloroethyl chloromethyl ester | ≤ 0.5% |
| Methoxyethoxy methanol | ≤ 2.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 54 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036792 |
| CAS Number | 3970-21-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(chloromethoxy)-2-methoxyethane |
| EC Number | 223-589-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H9ClO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 124.56 |
| Exact Mass | 124.0291 |
| SMILES | COCCOCCl |
| InChIKey | BIAAQBNMRITRDV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H9ClO2/c1-6-2-3-7-4-5/h2-4H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 77590 |
| UN Number | UN1992 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2909196000 |
| Tariff Code | 2909199090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H350 May cause cancer
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- .beta.-Methoxyethoxymethyl chloride
- 1-(Chloromethoxy)-2-methoxyethane
- 1-Chloro-2,5-dioxahexane
- 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl chloride
- chloromethoxyethoxymethane
- Ethane, 1-(chloromethoxy)-2-methoxy-
- Ethylene Glycol Chloromethyl Methyl Ether
- MEM chloride
- MEMCl
- Methoxyethoxymethyl chloride
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether used for?
It is primarily used as a protecting group in organic synthesis, particularly for alcohols and amines, due to its stability under basic conditions and ease of removal.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether?
The formula is C4H9ClO2 and the molecular weight is 124.56 g/mol.
How should 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this compound in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and synthetic applications.
Can Molekula supply 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl ether?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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