Description

trans-2,3-Divinyloxirane is a highly reactive, low molecular weight epoxide derivative characterized by its conjugated vinyl groups. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel intermediates and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or comonomer to introduce reactive sites and enhance properties in specialty polymers and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in developing advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions and participates in various ring-opening and addition chemistries.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2,3-Divinyloxirane
CAS No.	13051-61-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8O
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-1,2-Bis(ethenyl)oxirane; 2,3-Divinyloxirane; 2-Vinyl-3-vinyloxirane; 3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-ene; Butadiene monoxide; 1,2-Epoxy-1,3-butadiene; Vinyloxirane, divinyl-; trans-Divinyl ethylene oxide
EINECS	235-924-1

Quality Control

Our trans-2,3-Divinyloxirane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. 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 needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, recommended long-term storage is at 2-8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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