Bis[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl] Ether

CAS: 638-56-2

Ref. 3D-AAA63856

Product Information

• Name: Bis[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl] Ether
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Bis[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl] Ether is an alkylating agent that has been used in the synthesis of organic compounds. It reacts with a variety of nucleophiles, including thionyl chloride and hydrogen chloride, to generate ether linkages. Bis[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl] Ether can also be used as a solvent for reactions involving alcohols, amines, and other nucleophiles. The x-ray crystal structures of the monomers show that this compound is planar with a small dipole moment. The solubility of this compound is determined by its ability to form hydrogen bonds.The reaction time for Bis[2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethyl] Ether depends on the type of nucleophile being reacted with: it takes longer for more reactive nucleophiles such as thionyl chloride or hydrogen chloride than ethanolamine or dimethylformamide.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 231.12 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₆Cl₂O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%