Tetraethylene Glycol Dichloride CAS 638-56-2
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Tetraethylene Glycol Dichloride is a bifunctional alkyl halide derived from polyethylene glycol, widely utilized as an organic intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. It serves as an effective alkylating agent for the introduction of tetraethylene glycol linkages in complex molecular frameworks through nucleophilic substitution reactions.
Aure Chemical provides this specialty reagent with consistent quality specifications suited for laboratory research, process development, and custom synthesis in organic chemistry.
Basic Information
| CAS No. | 638-56-2 |
|---|---|
| EC No. | Not available |
| Linear Formula | Cl(CH2CH2O)4Cl |
| Molecular Weight | 231.12 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Melting Point | Not available (typical reference) |
| Boiling point | Not available (typical reference) |
| Density | 1.18 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.) |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in common organic solvents |
| Storage Conditions | Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources |
| Chemical Structure | ![]() |
Key Applications
Organic synthesis intermediate: Tetraethylene Glycol Dichloride functions as a reactive bifunctional alkylating agent for the introduction of tetraethylene glycol linkages in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
Fine chemical intermediate: It is employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and derivatives requiring flexible PEG-like spacers within fine chemical manufacturing.
Molecular linker intermediate: The compound enables precise incorporation of hydrophilic tetraethylene glycol chains into target organic frameworks.
Laboratory research: Tetraethylene Glycol Dichloride supports synthetic methodology studies and reaction development in research laboratories.
Process development: It aids route optimization and pilot-scale synthesis for advanced organic intermediates.
Your Reliable Partner for Tetraethylene Glycol Dichloride
Consistent product quality: Aure Chemical delivers reliable material quality with high purity specifications and batch-to-batch consistency through routine quality control suitable for organic synthesis intermediate applications.
Flexible global supply: Aure Chemical offers stable international logistics with flexible shipping arrangements to support laboratory scale, pilot scale, and bulk procurement for global customers.
SDS and COA support: SDS, COA, and supporting product documents are available upon request to meet sourcing, export, and quality review requirements.
Packaging and technical service: Assistance with packaging selection is provided alongside flexible options such as 25L/200L HDPE drum, moisture-protected and responsive technical communication.
Packaging, Logistics & Compliance Capabilities
Aure Chemical provides flexible packaging solutions, compliant logistics arrangements, and controlled storage practices to support laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and commercial-scale global supply.
Packaging Options
- 25 kg / 50 kg bags (fiber drum, aluminum bag, HDPE drum)
- 100 kg / 200 kg steel or HDPE drums
- 500 kg / 1000 kg IBC containers
- Bulk liquids in ISO tank containers
- Customized packaging upon request
Transportation Modes
- Sea freight (FCL / LCL)
- Air freight for selected products
- Road and rail transportation
- Dangerous & non-dangerous cargo handling
- Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP
Storage & Handling
- Dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouses
- Segregation by hazard class
- FIFO inventory management
- Temperature-controlled storage if required
- Regular inspection & labeling control
Documentation & Compliance
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD)
- Packing List & Commercial Invoice
- IMDG / IATA / ADR compliant labeling
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