(S)-(+)-Methyl glycidyl ether, CAS No. 64491-68-5

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64491-68-5

Catalog No. EBD9193

CAS 64491-68-5

Name (S)-(+)-Methyl glycidyl ether

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (S)-(+)-methylglycidylether (S)-(+)-Glycidylmethylether (S)-(+)-2-(Methoxymethyl)-oxirane 2-(methoxymethyl)oxirane (2S)-2-(methoxymethyl)oxirane (S)-(+)GlycidylMethylEther 1-Methyl-5-(p-toluoyl)pyrrole-2-aceticacidsodiumsaltdihydrate (s)-glycidylmethylether methyl(s)-glycidylether (2s)-2-methoxymethyloxirane oxirane,(methoxymethyl)-,(s)- oxirane,(methoxymethyl)-,(2s)-(9ci)

Molecular Formula: C4H8O2

Molecular Weight: 8811.0

MDL Number: MFCD00273366

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Polymers and Macromolecular Materials > Epoxy and Epoxy Resin Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

(S)-(+)-Glycidyl methyl ether is a chiral epoxide compound. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with the molecular formula C4H8O2. This compound is characterized by its reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring and a methoxy group, making it a versatile monomer and building block. Its primary and most significant application is in the field of polymer chemistry, particularly as a reactive diluent and a functional monomer for epoxy resins. The chiral nature of the (S)-enantiomer allows for the synthesis of optically active polymers and advanced materials with specific properties. It is used to modify the viscosity, flexibility, and reactivity of epoxy systems, and to introduce functional groups for further cross-linking or surface modification in coatings, adhesives, and composite materials. As a chiral synthon, it also serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis for constructing more complex molecules, especially in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research where stereochemistry is crucial. It is a flammable liquid and requires careful handling under inert atmosphere due to its moisture sensitivity and reactivity.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 110-111 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 17 °C

Density: 0.982 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Solubility: soluble

Refractivity: n20/D 1.405(lit.)

Storage: Flammables area

Safety Information

Packing Level: II

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 3271

Analytical Data

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow