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Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether

Also known as 2-(Vinyloxy)ethanol, Ethylene glycol vinyl ether, Ethylene glycol monovinyl ether

CAS 764-48-7Formula C4H8O2Molar mass 88.11 g/molEC 212-124-4
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Flammable 10 suppliers listed
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Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether chemical structure, C4H8O2, CAS 764-48-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Physical form
Liquid
Boiling point
141.6 °C
Density
0.9821 @ 20 °C
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ether, and benzene
HS code
290949
Category
Alcohols and polyols
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What is Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molar mass of 88.11 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 764-48-7. The IUPAC name is 2-ethenoxyethanol.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
2-ethenoxyethanol
CAS number
764-48-7 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
212-124-4
Molecular formula
C4H8O2
UNII
34CNR2NAC8
MDL number
MFCD00192151
InChIKey
VUIWJRYTWUGOOF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H8O2/c1-2-6-4-3-5/h2,5H,1,3-4H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C=COCCO

Synonyms

  • 2-(Vinyloxy)ethanol
  • Ethylene glycol vinyl ether
  • Ethylene glycol monovinyl ether
  • Ethanol, 2-(ethenyloxy)-
  • 2-Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether
  • Mveeg
  • 2-(Ethenyloxy)ethanol
  • Ethanol, 2-(vinyloxy)-
  • Ethylenglycol monovinyl ester
  • Vinyloxyethanol
  • 2-Vinyloxyethanol
  • 2-ethenoxyethanol
  • 2-(ethenyloxy)ethan-1-ol
  • Vinyl Cellosolve
  • 2-(Vinyloxy)ethan-1-ol
  • Ethylene glycol monovinyl ether (stabilized with KOH)
  • ethyleneglycolvinylether
  • Vinyl Glycol
  • hydoxyethyl vinyl ether
  • 2-(ethenyloxy)-ethanol
  • ethylenglycolmonovinylester
  • Ethyleneglycol monovinyl ester
  • ethyleneglycol monovinyl ether
  • Monovinyl glycol ether
  • Vuiwjrytwugoof-uhfffaoysa-
Show all 32 synonyms
  • Ethylene glycol vinyl ether, 97%
  • Ethanol, 2-(ethenyloxy)- (9CI)
  • Vinyl Glycol (stabilized with KOH)
  • Vinyl Cellosolve (stabilized with KOH
  • 2-(Vinyloxy)ethanol, stabilized with KOH
  • Ethylene Glycol Monovinyl Ether,stabilized with KOH
  • Ethylene glycol vinyl ether pound stabilized with KOH pound(c)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.
Boiling point
141.6 °Cexp.
Density
0.9821 @ 20 °Cexp.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ether, and benzeneexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
88.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
88.0524 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
29.46 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS02: Flammable
Flammable

Hazard statements

  • H226Flammable liquid and vapour.
Precautionary statements (11)
  • P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P233Keep container tightly closed.
  • P240Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.
  • P242Use non-sparking tools.
  • P243Take action to prevent static discharges.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P303 + P361 + P353If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
  • P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
  • P403 + P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Used in the manufacture of plastics and lacquers and also in the production of protective coatings.

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is traded under.

HS 2909.49Indicative HS code

Ether-alcohols and their halogenated not elsewhere classified in subheading 2909.4

World exports in 2024
$1.74B
+6.8% vs 2023, imports $1.86B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany20.6%
  2. China13.9%
  3. Netherlands12.2%
Top importers
  1. China8.8%
  2. Germany8.3%
  3. United States7.5%
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The HS code shown for Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether, based on the data on this page

What is Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether?

Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molar mass of 88.11 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 764-48-7. The IUPAC name is 2-ethenoxyethanol.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether?

The CAS registry number of Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is 764-48-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether?

The molecular formula of Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is C4H8O2 and its molar mass is 88.11 g/mol.

What is Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether used for?

Used in the manufacture of plastics and lacquers and also in the production of protective coatings.

Is Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether hazardous?

Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: flammable liquid and vapour. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether?

Hydroxyethyl vinyl ether is usually classified under HS code 290949 (Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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