Description

2-(Oxiranylmethyl)-3A,4,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-Dione is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring both an oxirane (epoxide) and a tetrahydroisoindole-1,3-dione (imide) moiety. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced synthesis, particularly in the development of polymers and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in industries requiring customized molecular building blocks with reactive handles for further functionalization.

Application

• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal and mechanical properties of specialty epoxy systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its imide and epoxide functionalities.
• Polymer Science Research: Used in the synthesis of novel polyimides, polyamides, or other high-performance polymers where thermal stability is critical.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Incorporated into advanced adhesive or coating formulations to improve chemical resistance and adhesion strength.
• Cross-linking Agent for Specialty Elastomers: Utilized to introduce covalent cross-links in synthetic rubbers, improving their durability and compression set.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Investigated as a building block for organic electronic materials or liquid crystal displays due to its rigid, planar structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Oxiranylmethyl)-3A,4,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-Dione
CAS No.	17620-38-1
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO3
Molecular Weight	207.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Oxiranylmethyl)-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione; 2-Oxiranylmethyl-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydroisoindole-1,3-dione; N-Glycidyl-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydrophthalimide; Glycidyl Tetrahydrophthalimide; 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-3,6-methanophthalimide N-glycidyl derivative; 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-N-(oxiranylmethyl)phthalimide; N-(2,3-Epoxypropyl)-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydrophthalimide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Oxiranylmethyl)-3A,4,7,7A-Tetrahydro-1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-Dione is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Epoxide Equivalent Weight (EEW)	Contact for details

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