Hydroxyethyl photolinker(CAS: 175281-76-2)

Hydroxyethyl photolinker (CAS 175281-76-2) is a water-soluble compound with a molecular weight of approximately 110.14 g/mol. It crystallizes in the form of white to off-white crystals. The compound is moderately soluble in water and ethanol but has low solubility in lipophilic solvents. It exhibits high reactivity under UV light, which makes it useful for photopolymerization reactions.

Hydroxyethyl photolinker can be synthesized through the reaction of hydroxyethyl chloride with sodium hydroxide, followed by esterification with a suitable photoinitiator. Commonly, the synthesis involves the addition of an appropriate photoinitiator to hydroxyethyl chloride in the presence of a base to form the desired linker. The product is purified by recrystallization or column chromatography.

Hydroxyethyl photolinker (CAS 175281-76-2) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry for drug delivery systems, in the polymer industry for photopolymerizable materials, in the sensor industry for developing photoresponsive sensors, and in the semiconductor industry for creating photoresists and patterning techniques.

When handling Hydroxyethyl photolinker (CAS 175281-76-2), it is essential to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety goggles. Work should be conducted in a well-ventilated area or a fume hood to avoid inhalation. Spills should be cleaned up immediately using a suitable absorbent material. Always consult the safety data sheet (SDS) for detailed handling instructions and emergency procedures.