Hydroxy Ethyl Morpholine

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)morpholine serves as an essential organic chemical synthesis intermediate. It exhibits full miscibility in water but should be handled with care due to its sensitivity to air and its incompatibility with oxidizing agents and carbon dioxide.

This compound finds practical use in the synthesis of ester prodrugs of naproxen. Additionally, it has demonstrated the ability to stimulate repair processes in rat hepatocyte primary cultures and DNA.

Additional Information 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)morpholine is characterized by its molecular formula, C6H13NO2. Another synonymous name for this compound is 2-Morpholinoethanol.