2-Methoxyethanol is used in the synthesis of 2-aminothiazoles in the treatment of prion disease (1). 2-Methoxyethanol is also used in the preparation of Rho-associated kinase inhibitors or (ROCK) inhibitors, for treatment of cardiovascular disease (2). Drinking water contaminant candidate list 3 (CCL 3) compound as per United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), environmental, and food contaminants.
SKU | RCLST534262 |
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CAS number | 109-86-4 |
Molecular Formula | C3H8O2 |
Catalog Number | RCLST534262 |
Chemical Name | 2-Methoxyethanol |
Synonyms | 1-Hydroxy-2-methoxyethane; 2-Methoxy-1-ethanol; 2-Methoxyethanol; 2-Methoxyethyl alcohol; 2-Methyloxyethanol; 3-Oxa-1-butanol; Amsco-Solv EE; Dowanol EM; Ektasolve EM; Ethylene Glycol Methyl Ether; Ethylene Glycol monomethyl ether; Glycol Methyl Ether; Gl |
Molecular Weight | 76.09 |
Solubility | Chloroform, Methanol |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | Colourless Oil |
Storage Condition | Room Temperature |
Shipping Info | *eh* Dangerous Goods |