2-(Chloroethoxy)ethanol (CAS No: 628-89-7) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Quetiapine fumarate and Hydroxyzine hydrochloride. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Diglycol chlorohydrin, Hydroxyzine Impurity 1
CAS No: 628-89-7
PubChem CID: 12361
Mol Formula: C4H9ClO2
Mol Weight: 124.56 g/mol
Used in APIs: Quetiapine fumarate and Hydroxyzine hydrochloride
IUPAC Name: 2-(2-chloroethoxy)ethanol
API Intermediate Description: 2-(Chloroethoxy)ethanol is a colorless, reactive organic compound containing both a hydroxyl and a chloroethoxy group. It is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and surfactants. Its bifunctional nature allows it to participate in reactions forming ethers, esters, and other chemical derivatives.