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HS Code |
533480 |
| Cas Number | 94-71-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H10O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.17 g/mol |
| Iupac Name | 2-ethoxyphenol |
| Synonyms | Guaiacol ethyl ether, o-Ethoxyphenol |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Boiling Point | 218-219 °C |
| Melting Point | -10 °C |
| Density | 1.067 g/cm3 at 20 °C |
| Solubility In Water | Slightly soluble |
| Flash Point | 96 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.531 |
| Odor | Characteristic aromatic odor |
As an accredited 2-Ethoxyphenol factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
| Packing | 2-Ethoxyphenol is packaged in a 500 mL amber glass bottle with a secure screw cap and a clear hazard label. |
| Shipping | 2-Ethoxyphenol is shipped in tightly sealed, corrosion-resistant containers, such as glass or HDPE bottles, to prevent leaks and contamination. It should be stored and transported in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat sources, ignition, and incompatible substances. Appropriate hazard labels and documentation must accompany all shipments. |
| Storage | 2-Ethoxyphenol should be stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and acids. Protect it from moisture and direct sunlight. Ensure proper labeling and keep it away from heat sources. Store at ambient temperature and follow all safety guidelines for handling flammable liquids. |
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In our facilities, 2-ethoxyphenol has held its place as a core intermediate, serving both specialty and bulk markets across industries. Years of hands-on production have given us a grounded perspective on what makes this compound useful and appreciated by formulators and finishers. We understand the rhythmic pulse of the reactors, the careful temperature holds, and the purifications that bring out consistent batches—lessons won through sustained commitment rather than quick turns.
Our approach relies not just on strict adherence to standards. Teams monitor each production step with experience that comes from troubleshooting, scaling, and responding to real-world industrial challenges. From raw material acceptance through to drum sealing, every stage carries the fingerprints of skilled workers who understand that compromise on process brings headaches for the end user.
Our 2-ethoxyphenol generally rolls out as a clear, near-colorless liquid with a faint aromatic scent. Laboratories measure purity with gas chromatography, keeping actual content over 99% for mainline customers, and slightly lower for applications where economics matter more than hyper-pure product. Trace metals, moisture, and acidity are controlled to levels that fit demanding technical standards.
Through every batch, each container receives a laboratory COA detailing purity, moisture, and known contaminants. Analytical teams trace not only the usual suspects—such as residual solvents or byproduct phenols—but also carry out spot-checks for stability. Over time, we’ve worked out storage habits and packaging tweaks that quash yellowing and off-odors, issues that occasionally gnaw at this compound when less care is taken.
The most direct users of our 2-ethoxyphenol are found in fine chemicals, photochemicals, and as intermediates inside pharmaceutical plants. One group formulates antioxidant blends for lubricants and fuels, requiring both stability and fast dissolution into base stocks. Another runs reactions to create crop protection ingredients, counting on its predictable reactivity and compatibility with solvents in closed-loop systems.
We see a steady demand from photographic chemical makers. In this field, 2-ethoxyphenol functions as a developer—a delicate job where impurities can wreck an entire process run. The purity profiles we maintain have been tuned over years together with these partners. For buyers in fragrance and flavor manufacturing, the compound introduces a subtle presence in aromatic blends. Their needs run to low-odor, pure material with minimal trace residues, as even the smallest off-component throws off formulations.
On the pharmaceutical side, the molecule serves mostly as a building block, where its ether and phenol functions open up several reaction pathways. Research chemists dig into the reactivity, but the mainstay demand comes from plants that need consistent shipments for ongoing production, not sporadic or development runs.
One point we emphasize after years on the floor: 2-ethoxyphenol doesn’t tolerate slapdash storage—sunlight and warm temperatures speed up yellowing and shift the aroma. Dedicated tanks with proper seals, and cool, dry storage conditions minimize loss of quality. In our shipping department, barrels are sealed on clean lines and moved out within optimal holding periods. Any time the upstream packaging slips, transport partners notice it before any paperwork gets signed.
Operators use basic personal protective equipment in plant settings, as skin or eye exposure is irritating. Evaporation and low vapor pressure call for tight containment. Overfilling and rough handling can result in small leaks, so we train crews to cap, wipe, and check every unit. Years ago, we used cheaper seals and learned quickly that the small savings vanished if a customer called about smell or color drift.
A lot of customers ask about the difference between 2-ethoxyphenol and other alkyl- or alkoxy-phenols. Our regular 2-ethoxyphenol holds an ethoxy group at the ortho position. Shift that group to meta or para, and the handling, solubility, and odor profile change enough that downstream processes may need tweaks. Sometimes, buyers compare it to 2-methoxyphenol (guaiacol), usually because of availability or pricing. Methoxy and ethoxy groups both impact electron density, but we’ve noticed that the larger ethoxy group delivers slightly better solvent performance in non-polar blends, and changes the kinetics in certain oxidations.
Direct swaps don’t always work. Many customers once tried 4-ethoxyphenol or even 2-propoxyphenol, expecting similar reactivity and miscibility, but found issues with solubility or process fouling. Our technical staff has run dozens of side-by-side tests for these replacements. In our experience, 2-ethoxyphenol offers a nice middle ground in both boiling point and polarity, making it a frequent pick for formulations requiring balance between volatility and solvency.
Our data also show that subtle differences in trace impurities—especially phenolic byproducts—impact storage stability. Pack lots of these related products long-term and 2-ethoxyphenol consistently keeps color and clarity in a wider range of conditions, as long as storage is up to spec.
One challenge in our business has always been keeping impurities low in a cost-effective way. Every production campaign starts with a defined reaction, often acid-catalyzed alkylation or etherification. Even in well-tuned systems, the process throws out small amounts of dialkylated phenols, residual acids, and trace copper or iron from equipment. Not every market can afford the costs needed to fully strip every non-target molecule.
We work closely with analytical chemists and technical service teams, not just to run standard checks, but to dig into the root causes of off-batches. When a customer sees yellowing over long storage or off-odors on opening a drum, we pull retention samples and re-analyze using newer mass-spec and chromatographic tools. These investigations get shared with partners so we can adjust cleaning cycles, swap out gaskets, or raise the bar on incoming raw materials.
The difference this attention brings shows up most strongly in repeat orders. Many clients start with price as the deciding factor but end up returning because storage complaints disappear, pumps run cleaner, and final products stay within spec. Over the years, we’ve seen a few seasonal shortages drive customers to alternate sources, only to get them back the next cycle after handling headaches or failed quality runs.
Across the whole sector, regulations for phenolic compounds have tightened. We keep records in step with changing requirements and pay close attention to environmental and worker safety norms. Each outgoing batch is handled by operators who attend regular training on both safety and waste minimization. We favor larger lot sizes and optimized reactor turnovers that minimize waste streams, and we recycle solvents where feasible.
Internally, we’ve seen the cost of sustainable operations offset by fewer plant shutdowns and smoother inspections. Our environmental auditor regularly walks the production floor, checking waste tanks, air scrubbers, and documentation. Implementing closed-loop systems and efficient vent scrubbing cut our visible and measured emissions. Down the line, these changes help our customers document compliance in their own operations.
For the end users, our full disclosure of typical trace contaminants and process residues helps with their own regulatory paperwork. Some buyers—especially in pharmaceutical or food contact industries—need extra traceability. We accommodate this by offering deep-dive batch histories, giving partners peace of mind without endless back-and-forth or hidden surprises.
A recurring theme in our daily work is partnering with application developers. New uses for 2-ethoxyphenol sometimes emerge from unexpected quarters: a water treatment pilot, a new antioxidant synthesized by a university group, a tweak in a photo-developer blend for an imaging startup. Our experience lets us anticipate most compatibility or purity questions before they become breakdowns on the production line.
These partnerships shape both our product and our processes. Periodically, teams from downstream users visit our plant to discuss changes in their formulation or upgrades to their own equipment. This two-way flow of information keeps us sharp, and inspires improvements that sometimes benefit all users—such as shifting to inert-gas blanketing for longer shelf-life, or fine-tuning filtration to minimize carries of undissolved residues.
Long-standing customers regularly run scale-up lots for new syntheses, and bring back their findings. We collect feedback and data not just for compliance, but because it drives the small, everyday process improvements that cumulative experience yields.
Our story with 2-ethoxyphenol is built on decades of experience, both in running the chemical through reactors and working side-by-side with customers who rely on steady supply, low impurities, and transparent service. Every ton reflects lessons from batches that didn’t go as planned, and every new year brings another set of challenges and improvements.
We view this compound not as a widget, but as a living example of how chemistry and real-world practice meet. Its success in the market comes not just from the raw numbers in a data sheet, but from the consistent, on-the-ground effort that allows our partners to trust it across critical fields. The way we make, test, pack, and support 2-ethoxyphenol grows out of an ongoing relationship between our staff and our users—a long-term process grounded in respect for the realities of chemical industry supply and innovation.
Every step in producing, testing, and packing 2-ethoxyphenol involves decisions made by experienced hands and clear eyes. Technicians build up intuitive skills for reaction monitoring and quick course-corrections during batch work. Maintenance teams bring forward the stories of what stress points or cleaning regimes actually make the difference between a smooth campaign and an emergency shutdown.
Laboratory staff keep in touch with the rhythm of operations on the shop floor, tuning their analyses to catch the small things that might spiral into bigger issues in storage or shipment. In the offices, purchasing and logistics crews know which supplier to chase for a better drum, and when it’s wiser to wait for a reactor turnaround to finish than to rush a barely-finished tank onto a truck.
Customer support teams keep records not just for compliance, but to help technical support dig up answers years after an order ships. Through rain, sun, and the steady seasonal cycles, the product and the people delivering it both gain a reputation for reliability.
Changing market trends—such as increased focus on green chemistry or demand for tighter analytical specs—keep us adapting. Investments in better waste capture, digital record-keeping, and more robust plant safety bring small but lasting improvements to every campaign. Brokers and trading houses may pivot with trends, but our manufacturing ethos builds stability and partnership over time.
Each day in our plant, a team of professionals ensures that 2-ethoxyphenol continues to meet the evolving expectations of industries that depend on it. Our processing lines run with an understanding that every liter shipped branches out into a hundred downstream uses and scientific projects, each carrying the reputation of both our product and our people.
