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What is another name for 2-methoxyethanol chemical?

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What is another name for 2-methoxyethanol chemical?

2-methoxyethanol (CAS 109-86-4) is most commonly known by its trade name Methyl Cellosolve. It is also frequently referred to as ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (EGME) or simply glycol monomethyl ether.

 

Other synonyms:

  • EM
  • 2ME
  • EGM
  • MECS
  • EGME
  • Glycomethyl Ether
  • Methyl Cellosolve
  • Methoxyhydroxyethane
  • Glycol Monomethyl Ether
  • Ethylene Glycol Methyl Ether
  • Ethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
  • Ethylene Glycol Mono Methyl Ether

 

 

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What is 2-methoxyethanol chemical Used for?

CAS 109-86-4 2-Methoxyethanol chemical is used as a solvent for many different purposes such as varnishes, dyes, and resins. It is also used as an additive in airplane deicing solutions. In organometallic chemistry it is commonly used for the synthesis of Vaska's complex and related compounds such as carbonylchlorohydridotris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium (II). During these reactions the alcohol acts as a source of hydride and carbon monoxide.

 

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