
Catalog Number	AR00341S
Chemical Name	2-hydroxyethyl carbamate
CAS Number	5395-01-7
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO3
Molecular Weight	105.0926
MDL Number	MFCD01738425
SMILES	NC(=O)OCCO
NSC Number	3139

2-Hydroxyethyl carbamate, also known as carbamic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in organic reactions due to its ability to act as a carbamate protecting group. In chemical synthesis, 2-hydroxyethyl carbamate is commonly employed in the protection of amines, amino alcohols, and other functional groups that are susceptible to unwanted side reactions. By forming a stable carbamate group, this compound helps to control the reactivity of the primary amine or hydroxyl group during various synthetic transformations. Additionally, 2-hydroxyethyl carbamate can be selectively removed under mild conditions to unveil the original amine or hydroxyl functionality, making it a valuable tool in organic chemistry. This compound finds application in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals where precise control over functional group manipulation is crucial.

2-hydroxyethyl carbamate

5395-01-7

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