2-(benzyloxy)ethanol

Name: 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009973

About 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol

2-(benzyloxy)ethanol (CAS 622-08-2) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C9H12O2, it has a molar mass of 152.19 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-phenylmethoxyethanol. Alternative names: 2-Benzyloxyethanol and 2-(Phenylmethoxy)ethanol.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-(benzyloxy)ethanol
Catalogue No.	VQ-009973
CAS Number	622-08-2
IUPAC name	2-phenylmethoxyethanol
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	152.19 g/mol
Exact mass	152.0837
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	CUZKCNWZBXLAJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)COCCO
PubChem CID	12141

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	29.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Benzyloxyethanol, 2-(Phenylmethoxy)ethanol, 2-Benzyloxyethyl alcohol, Benzyl 2-hydroxyethyl ether, Benzyloxyethanol, Ethylene glycol benzyl ether, Ethylene glycol monobenzyl ether, Ethanol, 2-(phenylmethoxy)-, Benzyl Glycol, 1-O-Benzylethanediol, 4-06-00-02241 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 2benzyloxyethanol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol is 622-08-2. It is also known as 2-Benzyloxyethanol, 2-(Phenylmethoxy)ethanol, 2-Benzyloxyethyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol?

2-(benzyloxy)ethanol has the molecular formula C9H12O2 and a molecular weight of 152.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-phenylmethoxyethanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol can I order?

We supply 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol?

Yes. Every lot of 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-(benzyloxy)ethanol is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.