Description

1,3-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene (CAS No. 102-40-9) is a high-purity aromatic diol compound with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₄O₄. This versatile chemical, also known by its IUPAC name 2-[3-(2-hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethanol, features two hydroxyethoxy functional groups attached to a benzene ring, making it an excellent intermediate for polymerization and crosslinking reactions. With a molecular weight of 198.22 g/mol, it is widely utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and adhesives. Its high reactivity and thermal stability make it suitable for advanced material science applications. Available in crystalline or liquid form, this compound is rigorously tested for purity (typically >98%) and consistency, ensuring reliable performance in research and industrial processes. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers.

Properties

• CAS Number: 102-40-9
• Complexity: 126
• IUPAC Name: 2-[3-(2-hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethanol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H14O4/c11-4-6-13-9-2-1-3-10(8-9)14-7-5-12/h1-3,8,11-12H,4-7H2
• InChI Key: IAXFZZHBFXRZMT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 198.08920892
• Molecular Formula: C10H14O4
• Molecular Weight: 198.22
• SMILES: C1=CC(=CC(=C1)OCCO)OCCO
• Topological: 58.9
• Monoisotopic Mass: 198.08920892
• Synonyms: 1,3-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene, 102-40-9, 2,2′-(m-Phenylenedioxy)diethanol, m-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene, Ethanol, 2,2′-[1,3-phenylenebis(oxy)]bis-, resorcinol bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether, Resorcinol bis(beta-hydroxyethyl) ether, G4SGN7D66B, Ethanol, 2,2′-(m-phenylenedioxy)di-, 1,3-di(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene, Resorcinol bis(.beta.-hydroxyethyl) ether, Ethanol, 2,2′-(1,3-phenylenebis(oxy))bis-, EINECS 203-028-3, NSC 65613, NSC-65613, m-di(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene, 2,2′-(1,3-Phenylenebis(oxy))bisethanol, 2,2′-[1,3-Phenylenebis(oxy)]bisethanol, 2,2′-[Benzene-1,3-diylbis(oxy)]diethanol, O,O-BIS(.BETA.-HYDROXYETHYL)RESORCINOL, 2,2′-(1,3-PHENYLENEBIS(OXY)DIETHANOL, 2,2′-(BENZENE-1,3-DIYLBIS(OXY))DIETHANOL, 1,3-DIHYDROXYBENZENE DI(2-HYDROXYETHYL) ETHER, 1,3-DIHYDROXYBENZENE BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL) ETHER, O,O-BIS(BETA-HYDROXYETHYL)RESORCINOL, Ethanol, 2,2′-(m-phenylenedioxy)di-(8CI), 2,2′-(1,3-Phenylenebis(oxy))diethanol, 2-[3-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethanol, 2-[3-(2-hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethan-1-ol, DTXSID7044502, Resorcinol bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, UNII-G4SGN7D66B, MFCD00016566, NCIOpen2_000309, SCHEMBL48418, CHEMBL3186062, DTXCID5024502, SCHEMBL17046324, IAXFZZHBFXRZMT-UHFFFAOYSA-, Ethanol,2′-(m-phenylenedioxy)di-, NSC65613, Resorcinol bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ether, Resorcinol-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ether, Tox21_300783, AKOS024323131, FR74802, NCGC00248168-01, NCGC00254687-01, AS-63195, CAS-102-40-9, 2-[3-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethanol #, Ethanol,2′-[1,3-phenylenebis(oxy)]bis-, B1625, CS-0206635, NS00020914, E85248, Q27278752, 74576-84-4, InChI=1/C10H14O4/c11-4-6-13-9-2-1-3-10(8-9)14-7-5-12/h1-3,8,11-12H,4-7H2

Application

1,3-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzene is primarily used as a monomer in the production of high-performance polyesters, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins, where it enhances flexibility and thermal stability. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of UV-curable coatings and adhesives, offering excellent crosslinking properties. Researchers also employ it in the development of drug delivery systems and biocompatible polymers due to its hydrolytic stability and low toxicity profile.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H318 (12.1%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P264+P265, P280, P305+P354+P338, and P317

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Eye Dam. 1 (12.1%)

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