628-34-2 | 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Ether

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
25g	98%	in stock	$13.00	$9.00
100g	98%	in stock	$39.00	$27.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB43989
• Chemical Name: 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Ether
• CAS Number: 628-34-2
• Molecular Formula: C4H9ClO
• Molecular Weight: 108.5667
• MDL Number: MFCD00000974
• SMILES: ClCCOCC

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 23.5
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 6
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1
• Rotatable Bond Count: 3
• XLogP3: 1

Upstream Synthesis Route

2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Ether, also known as ethyl 2-chloroethyl ether, is a versatile compound that finds wide applications in chemical synthesis. As a reactive alkylating agent, it is commonly used for the introduction of the 2-chloroethyl group into various organic molecules, serving as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. This compound reacts readily with a variety of nucleophiles, such as amines, alcohols, and thiols, enabling the formation of important intermediates and final products in organic chemistry. Its ability to selectively alkylate specific functional groups makes it a valuable tool in the development of complex organic compounds with tailored properties and functions. In addition, 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Ether can also be utilized for the modification of polymers and surfaces, expanding its utility in materials science and chemical engineering.