CAS 542-59-6: Glycol monoacetate

Description: Glycol monoacetate, also known as ethylene glycol monoacetate or 2-hydroxyethyl acetate, is an organic compound characterized by its colorless, clear liquid form with a mild, sweet odor. It is a member of the acetate ester family and is derived from the reaction of acetic acid with ethylene glycol. This compound is known for its excellent solvent properties, making it useful in various applications, including paints, coatings, and cleaning products. Glycol monoacetate has a moderate boiling point and is soluble in water, alcohols, and many organic solvents. It exhibits low volatility and is considered to have a relatively low toxicity profile, although proper handling and safety precautions are recommended due to potential irritant effects. Additionally, it can participate in various chemical reactions, serving as an intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds. Its versatility and solvent capabilities make it a valuable substance in industrial and laboratory settings.

Formula: C₄H₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H8O3/c1-4(6)7-3-2-5/h5H,2-3H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=HXDLWJWIAHWIKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(OCCO)C

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Ethanediol, 1-acetate
• 1,2-Ethanediol, monoacetate
• 1-O-Acetyl Ethylene Glycol
• 2-Acetoxyethanol
• 2-Hydroxyethylester kyseliny octove
• 2-Hydroxyethylester kyseliny octove [Czech]
• Acetic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester
• Ai3-15367
• Brn 1743114
• Ethylene glycol acetate
• Ethylene glycol monoacetate
• Ethylenediol, monoacetate
• Glycol monoacetate
• Monoacetyl ethylene glycol
• Nsc 9234
• beta-Hydroxyethyl acetate
• β-Hydroxyethyl acetate
• 4-02-00-00214 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• 2-Hydroxyethyl acetate

2-Hydroxyethyl Acetate

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• Formula: C₄H₈O₃
• Purity: >60.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
• Molecular weight: 104.11

2-Hydroxyethyl acetate

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• Formula: C₄H₈O₃
• Purity: 60%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 104.1045

2-Hydroxyethyl Acetate

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• Purity: 60%
• Molecular weight: 104.10g/mol

2-Hydroxyethyl acetate

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• Purity: 60.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 104.1050033569336

2-hydroxyethyl acetate

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Versatile small molecule scaffold

• Formula: C₈H₁₆O₆
• Purity: 65%Min
• Molecular weight: 208.21 g/mol