INTRODUCTION
Glycidol is a viscous organic compound that belongs to the class of beta-oxyalcohols. Its reactivity is attributed to the epoxy moiety at beta position. The alcohol finds applications majorly in APIs, glycidyl esters and ethers, and in alkanolamines.
Manufacture
It is manufactured from 2-Chloro-1,3-propanediol in a catalyzed ring closure process. The unreacted reactant is removed by distillation
| Synonym | Oxiran-2-ylmethanol 1,2-Epoxy-3-hydroxypropane |
| CAS # | 556-52-5 |
| EINECS # | 209-128-3 |
| Molecular formula | C3H6O2 |
| Molecular weight | 74.08 |
| Structure |  |
Applications
APIS
-S-(-)-Atenolol (Beta-blocker)
-Guaifenesin (Expectorant)
-Indivir sulphate (Anti-retroviral)
-Leinamycin (Antibiotic)
-Levodropropizine (Antitussive)
-Propanolol (Beta-blocker)
Intermediates
-Alkanolamines
-Polyglycerols
-Glycidyl methacrylate
-Glycidyl fatty acid esters
Others
-Production of non-ionic surfactants based on fatty alcohols
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | Colourless transparent liquid |
| Identification by IR | – | Should conform to the reference spectrum |
| Identification by proton NMR | – | Should conform to the structure |
| Specific Gravity | g/cm3 | 1.10 -1.20 |
| Moisture | Wt % | Max 0.5 |
| Assay by GC | % | Min 97.0 |
| Assay by titrimetry | % | Min 97.0 |
STORAGE
Recommended storage temperature – 2° to 8°C
Shipped under temperature-controlled conditions
PACKING
50 kg /200 kg UN-approved HDPE drum
REACH Status
Not registered
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