Description

1-Benzylaziridine is a versatile aziridine derivative, a three-membered heterocyclic amine of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its strained ring structure makes it a valuable electrophilic building block for introducing the benzylaziridinyl moiety into more complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by research chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical and agrochemical discovery. It serves as a key intermediate for the synthesis of various biologically active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require the aziridine pharmacophore.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in research for labeling biomolecules (proteins, peptides) due to its reactivity with nucleophiles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the surface functionalization of nanomaterials and the creation of smart polymeric coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzylaziridine
CAS No.	1074-42-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11N
Molecular Weight	133.19 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzylaziridine; Benzylaziridine; 2-(Phenylmethyl)aziridine; Aziridine, 1-benzyl-; N-Benzylethylenimine; 1-Benzylazacyclopropane; BZA
EINECS	214-052-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzylaziridine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactivity, isolate from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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