Description

((o-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl)oxirane (CAS No. 2210-74-4) is a high-purity epoxide compound with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O₃ and IUPAC name 2-[(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane. This specialty chemical features a reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring and a methoxyphenoxy moiety, making it a versatile intermediate for organic synthesis and pharmaceutical applications. It is supplied as a clear to pale-yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor and is recommended for use under controlled conditions due to its reactivity. Ideal for researchers in medicinal chemistry and material science, this compound is rigorously tested for purity and stability, ensuring reliable performance in advanced synthetic workflows. Store in a cool, dry place under inert atmosphere to maintain integrity.

Properties

• CAS Number: 2210-74-4
• Complexity: 160
• IUPAC Name: 2-[(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O3/c1-11-9-4-2-3-5-10(9)13-7-8-6-12-8/h2-5,8H,6-7H2,1H3
• InChI Key: RJNVSQLNEALZLC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 180.078644241
• Molecular Formula: C10H12O3
• Molecular Weight: 180.20
• SMILES: COC1=CC=CC=C1OCC2CO2
• Topological: 31
• Monoisotopic Mass: 180.078644241
• Synonyms: ((o-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl)oxirane, [(o-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane, 218-644-8, 2210-74-4, 1-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)-2,3-epoxypropane, Guaiacol glycidyl ether, 2-[(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane, Glycidyl 2-Methoxyphenyl Ether, [(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane, 1,2-Epoxy-3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane, 2-((2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl)oxirane, 1,2-Epoxy-3-(o-methoxyphenoxy)propane, Oxirane, [(2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-, Guajacol-glycidaether, MFCD00190158, Z96AT4ECV6, 2-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)anisole, NSC-112256, NSC-133442, Oxirane, ((2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl)-, WLN: T3OTJ B1OR BO1, Propane,2-epoxy-3-(o-methoxyphenoxy)-, NSC 133442, NSC 112256, Guajacol-glycidaether [German], 2-[(2-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; Ranolazine Related Compound A, 2-(2-methoxyphenoxymethyl)oxirane, EINECS 218-644-8, BRN 0007199, 1-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)-2-methoxybenzene, Glycidyl Guaiacol Ether, Propane, 1,2-epoxy-3-(o-methoxyphenoxy)-, UNII-Z96AT4ECV6, SCHEMBL93244, SCHEMBL8041561, DTXSID601292484, BCP22645, 2-(2-Methoxy-phenoxymethyl)-oxirane, BBL011260, NSC112256, NSC133442, STK938910, GLYCIDYL O-METHOXYPHENYL ETHER, 1-methoxy-2-(oxiranylmethoxy) benzene, AKOS000122885, AKOS016051052, 2-Epoxy-1-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-propane, AC-5902, CS-W017203, DS-2271, FM25322, 1-(o-methoxy-phenoxy)-2,3-epoxypropane, 1-(2-methoxy phenoxy)-2,3-epoxypropane, 1-(2-methoxyphenyloxy)-2,3-epoxypropane, SY057927, 1-(o-methoxy-phenoxy)-2,3-epoxy-propane, 1-(2-methoxyphenyloxy)-2,3-epoxy-propane, DB-292383, 2-METHOXY-1-(OXIRANYLMETHOXY)BENZENE, G0416, NS00004638, EN300-22424, EC 218-644-8, OXIRANE, 2-((2-METHOXYPHENOXY)METHYL)-, BENZENE, 1-(2,3-EPOXYPROPOXY)-2-METHOXY-, Z147642768, ( inverted exclamation markA)-2-[(2-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane, 1-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)-2-methoxybenzene;1,2-Epoxy-3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane;Glycidyl 2-methoxyphenyl ether;NSC 112256;NSC 133442

Application

((o-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl)oxirane is primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, including potential pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its epoxide group enables ring-opening reactions for creating polyether or polyol derivatives. Researchers also employ it in polymer modification and crosslinking applications due to its bifunctional reactivity. Suitable for developing epoxy resins with tailored properties for coatings or adhesives.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (69.2%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H317 (46.2%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
• H319 (23.1%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (15.4%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
• H341 (23.1%): Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]

Precautionary Statements

• P203, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P272, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P318, P319, P321, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (69.2%)
• Skin Sens. 1 (46.2%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (23.1%)
• STOT SE 3 (15.4%)
• Muta. 2 (23.1%)

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