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Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane

Also known as Desavin, Bis(phenoxyethyl)formal, 1,1'-(Methylenebis(oxyethane-1,2-diyloxy))bisbenzene

CAS 13879-32-8Formula C17H20O4Molar mass 288.34 g/molEC 237-644-9
GHS hazard pictograms. Pictograms: Hazardous to the environment
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Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane chemical structure, C17H20O4, CAS 13879-32-8
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
13879-32-8
Formula
C17H20O4
Molar mass
288.34 g/mol
EC number
237-644-9
HS code
291100
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H20O4 and a molar mass of 288.34 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 13879-32-8. The IUPAC name is 2-(2-phenoxyethoxymethoxy)ethoxybenzene.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-(2-phenoxyethoxymethoxy)ethoxybenzene
CAS number
13879-32-8 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
237-644-9
Molecular formula
C17H20O4
UNII
7NAP245B7M
MDL number
MFCD01940515
InChIKey
GKJNKWKTBXIQDE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H20O4/c1-3-7-16(8-4-1)20-13-11-18-15-19-12-14-21-17-9-5-2-6-10-17/h1-10H,11-15H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C(C=C1)OCCOCOCCOC2=CC=CC=C2

Synonyms

  • Desavin
  • Bis(phenoxyethyl)formal
  • 1,1'-(Methylenebis(oxyethane-1,2-diyloxy))bisbenzene
  • 1,1'-[methylenebis(oxyethane-1,2-diyloxy)]bisbenzene
  • Methane, bis(2-phenoxyethoxy)-
  • Benzene, 1,1'-(methylenebis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyloxy))bis-
  • Benzene, 1,1'-[methylenebis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyloxy)]bis-
  • 2-(2-phenoxyethoxymethoxy)ethoxybenzene
  • 1,1'-[methylenebis(oxyethane-2,1-diyloxy)]dibenzene
  • 1,1/'-[methylenebis(oxyethane-1,2-diyloxy)]bisbenzene

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
288.34 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
288.1362 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
36.92 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
10calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.29calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(OCCOCOCCOc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(OCCOCOCCOc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 21 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

No other chemical in our database has this scaffold.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (3)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is traded under.

HS 2911.00Indicative HS code

Acetals and hemiacetals whether or not with other oxygen function, and their halogenated, sulphonated…

World exports in 2024
$73.2M
+3.8% vs 2023, imports $76.5M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Belgium16.9%
  2. China14.5%
  3. Germany13.7%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. China12.2%
  3. Spain8.7%
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane, based on the data on this page

What is Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane?

Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H20O4 and a molar mass of 288.34 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 13879-32-8. The IUPAC name is 2-(2-phenoxyethoxymethoxy)ethoxybenzene.

What is the CAS number of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane?

The CAS registry number of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is 13879-32-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane?

The molecular formula of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is C17H20O4 and its molar mass is 288.34 g/mol.

What is Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane used for?

Known uses and roles of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane hazardous?

Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane has a GHS hazard classification. Main hazards: toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane?

Bis(phenoxyethoxy)methane is usually classified under HS code 291100 (Acetals and hemiacetals, whether or not with other oxygen function, and their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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