Tetraglyme

Tetraglyme, also called tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether, is a polar aprotic solvent with excellent thermal and chemical stability. Glymes, or glycol diethers, are a widely used family of saturated polyethers for increasing anion reactivity in a given system, thus affecting selectivity and reaction rates. Tetraglyme is one of the heavier ethylene oxide based glymes available commercially.

Product Details

Formula:

C10H22O5

CAS Number:

143-24-8

Also Known As:

Tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether; Dimethoxytetraglycol

Structure:

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applications:

Tetraglyme is an ideal solvent for separation processes and high temperature reactions. It is used as an additive for adsorption refrigeration and heat pumps (HVAC systems), as a reagent for lithium-ion batteries, and as a solvent for paints, cleaning products, inks, adhesives, and other coatings. It is a strong emulsifier, and can help prevent clogging of ink printer heads.


This compound is an environmentally-friendly alternative to many lab solvents, so it is also useful as an inert solvent for API synthesis in the pharmaceutical industry.

Packaging:

Bulk tankers, totes, and drums

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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid

Boiling Point, °C

260-280

Density, g/cm3

1.009

Flash Point, °C

141

Melting point, °C

−30

Molecular weight, g/mol

222.28

Odor

Mild pleasant odor

Purity, %

99 min.

Refractive index, n20/D

1.432

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