2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate

Name: 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-024137

About 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate

Listed under CAS 59278-00-1, 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate is an impurity of Acyclovir available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C7H12O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 176.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(acetyloxymethoxy)ethyl acetate. Common synonyms include 2-[(Acetyloxy)methoxy]ethyl acetate and 2-((Acetyloxy)methoxy)ethyl acetate.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a characterised impurity of Acyclovir, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Acyclovir

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-024137
CAS Number	59278-00-1
IUPAC name	2-(acetyloxymethoxy)ethyl acetate
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₂O₅
Molecular weight	176.17 g/mol
Exact mass	176.0685
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XFEQOLXBMLXKDE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)OCCOCOC(=O)C
PubChem CID	100999

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	61.8 Å²
Synonyms	2-[(Acetyloxy)methoxy]ethyl acetate, 2-((Acetyloxy)methoxy)ethyl acetate, (2-acetoxyethoxy)methyl acetate, 1,4-diacetoxy-2-oxabutane, (2-Acetoxyethoxy)methylacetate, 2-Acetoxyethyl acetoxymethyl ether, 1-acetoxy-2-acetoxymethoxyethane, Ethanol, 2-[(acetyloxy)methoxy]-, acetate, 2-Oxo-1,4-Butanediol Diacetate, 2-(acetoxymethoxy)ethyl acetate, Acetic Acid (2-Acetoxyethoxy)methyl Ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302+H312+H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, 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-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate is 59278-00-1. It is also known as 2-[(Acetyloxy)methoxy]ethyl acetate, 2-((Acetyloxy)methoxy)ethyl acetate, (2-acetoxyethoxy)methyl acetate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate?

2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate has the molecular formula C7H12O5 and a molecular weight of 176.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(acetyloxymethoxy)ethyl acetate.

What is 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate used for?

2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Acyclovir. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate can I order?

We supply 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate 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-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Oxa-1,4-butanediol diacetate 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.