Description

2-Benzylaziridine is a versatile, nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive aziridine ring makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and specialty polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to introduce functionalized amine groups into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles or requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its reactive three-membered ring structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or curing agent for epoxy resins and other polymers, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize surfaces or materials by introducing amine groups for improved adhesion or biocompatibility.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzylaziridine
CAS No.	13906-90-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11N
Molecular Weight	133.19 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzylaziridine; 1-Benzylaziridine; Benzylaziridine; 2-(Phenylmethyl)aziridine; Aziridine, 1-benzyl-; N-(Phenylmethyl)aziridine; 1-Aza-2-benzylcyclopropane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Benzylaziridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature and reactivity, containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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