Description

1-Ethylaziridine is a versatile and highly reactive organic compound belonging to the aziridine class, valued for its strained three-membered ring structure. This high reactivity makes it a crucial building block in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the ethylaziridine moiety into more complex molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers for applications in polymer modification, agrochemical synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Cross-linking Agent: Used to modify and cross-link polymers, enhancing their thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in ring-opening reactions and nucleophilic additions to construct nitrogen-containing heterocycles and other advanced structures.
• Surface Modifier: Can be applied to modify surface properties of materials for improved adhesion or biocompatibility.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethylaziridine
CAS No.	1072-45-3
Molecular Formula	C4H9N
Molecular Weight	71.12 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethylaziridine; N-Ethylethylenimine; N-Ethylazacyclopropane; Ethylaziridine; 1-Ethylazacyclopropane; 1-Aziridine, ethyl-; Ethyl ethylene imine; Aziridine, 1-ethyl-
EINECS	214-023-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethylaziridine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) and at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.