1-Methoxy-2-(oxiranylmethoxy)benzene

1-Methoxy-2-(oxiranylmethoxy)benzene (also known as Guaiacol Glycidyl Ether)

Applications

Guaiacol Glycidyl Ether is primarily used as a chemical intermediate, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry and in various organic synthesis applications. Key applications include:

1. Pharmaceutical Intermediate (Ranolazine Synthesis)

Its most significant application is as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of Ranolazine.2 Ranolazine is an anti-anginal medication used to treat chronic angina (chest pain).3 Therefore, Guaiacol Glycidyl Ether is vital for pharmaceutical manufacturers involved in producing this drug.

2. Reactive Diluent in Epoxy Formulations

Like other glycidyl ethers, its epoxy functionality makes it useful in resin and polymer formulations. It can act as a reactive diluent in epoxy resins, helping to reduce viscosity and modify properties such as flexibility and impact strength.

3. Organic Synthesis

Due to the high reactivity of its oxirane (epoxy) group, it serves as a versatile building block in various organic synthesis reactions for creating more complex molecules.

4. Monomer/Polymer/Resin Modification

It can be used to modify the properties of monomers, polymers, and resins, improving their mechanical and thermal shock resistance, and increasing elongation.

5. Specialty Chemicals

It finds use in the broader specialty chemical sector for applications where its unique chemical structure and reactivity are beneficial.

Product Information

CAS Number

2210-74-4

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1-Methoxy-2-(oxiranylmethoxy)benzene