Ethyl Vinyl Ether / Ethoxyethene ≥ 98 %

High-Purity Ethyl Vinyl Ether – An Essential Chemical Intermediate and Reactive Monomer for Industrial Applications

Ethyl Vinyl Ether (Ethoxyethene) with a guaranteed purity of ≥98% is supplied as a versatile and highly reactive chemical intermediate, which is extensively utilized across numerous industries. Characterized by its low molecular weight and exceptional reactivity, this compound is consistently employed as a key monomer, protecting group reagent, and synthesis building block in advanced chemical manufacturing.

Primary Industrial Applications

This high-purity vinyl ether is fundamentally important in several key sectors:

• Organic Synthesis & Protection Chemistry: It is widely utilized as a protecting group reagent for alcohols, diols, and carboxylic acids under mild acidic conditions. Furthermore, it is a critical component in acetal formation, Diels-Alder reactions, and Claisen rearrangements.

• Polymer & Specialty Resin Production: The monomer is employed in cationic polymerization processes to produce polyvinyl ethers and various copolymers, which are subsequently used in adhesives, coatings, and specialty polymeric materials.

• Radiation-Curable Formulations: Within UV/EB curable systems, it functions effectively as a reactive diluent and crosslinking agent, enhancing the performance of inks, coatings, and adhesives.

• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Manufacturing: It serves as a valuable synthetic building block in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fragrance compounds, and agrochemical intermediates.

• Fuel & Lubricant Additives: The compound is used as an intermediate in the manufacturing of detergents, dispersants, and anti-icing agents for fuels and lubricants.

Key Specifications & Handling Information

The product is characterized by the following technical specifications to ensure consistency and performance:

• Chemical Name: Ethyl Vinyl Ether (Ethoxyethene)

• Purity: ≥ 98%

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

• Boiling Point: Approximately 35–36°C

• Flash Point: Approximately -30°C (Highly Flammable)

• Stabilization: Typically supplied with KOH or amine-based inhibitors to ensure storage stability.

• Storage & Handling: It must be stored under an inert atmosphere (N₂) in a cool, well-ventilated, and explosion-proof area. Contact with heat sources, sparks, strong acids, and oxidizers must be strictly avoided.

Wholesale Supplier Advantages

Our position as a premier bulk supplier is defined by the following commitments:

• Guaranteed Purity and Consistency: Each batch is rigorously validated to meet the ≥98% purity standard with controlled levels of moisture and peroxides, ensuring reliable performance in sensitive applications.

• Flexible Bulk Supply Solutions: The product is available in 200 kg drums, 1000 kg IBCs, and bulk tanker quantities, with options for customized stabilization upon request.

• Competitive Global Pricing: Economical tiered pricing is offered for OEM manufacturers, chemical processors, pharmaceutical intermediates producers, and international distributors.

• Integrated Logistics & Regulatory Compliance: A seamless global supply chain is supported by complete SDS, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and all necessary regulatory documentation.

• Dedicated Technical Support: Comprehensive application guidance is provided, encompassing protecting group chemistry, polymerization processes, and handling best practices.