Description

1,4-Oxazepan-5-One is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound with a seven-membered ring structure containing both oxygen and nitrogen. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring specific ring structures.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Its structure can be functionalized to create novel ligands for metal catalysis or organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Oxazepan-5-One
CAS No.	10341-26-1
Molecular Formula	C₅H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	115.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5H-1,4-Oxazepin-5-one, hexahydro-; Hexahydro-5H-1,4-oxazepin-5-one; 1,4-Oxazepan-5-one; 5-Oxohexamethyleneimine oxide; Tetrahydro-2H-1,4-oxazepin-5(3H)-one; ε-Caprolactam O-methyl ether analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Oxazepan-5-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR and NMR, purity assessment by HPLC or GC, and determination of residual solvents and moisture content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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