Product Code

HQEE

Hydroquinone Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) Ether (HQEE)

CAS Number
104-38-1
EINECS
203-197-3

Description

Diol chain extender for cast polyurethane elastomers, melted and blended into the prepolymer before molding and post-cure. Can be combined with a higher-melting extender to moderate shrinkage.

Synonyms

curing agenthardeneramine2-[4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)phenoxy]ethanol1,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)benzeneEthanol, 2,2'-(1,4-phenylenebis(oxy))bis-2,2'-(1,4-Phenylenedioxy)diethanolHydroquinone diethylol etherp-Phenylenebis(beta-hydroxyethyl) ether

Key applications

  • Chain extender for cast polyurethane elastomers

Characteristics

Molecular formulaC10H14O4
Molecular weight198.2
AppearanceWhite to off-white flakes or crystalline powder
Color (APHA)≤ 10
Hydroxyl value550-580 mg KOH/g
Purity≥ 98% (GC)
Melting range≥ 100°C
Moisture≤ 0.3%

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