Description

3-Methyl-2-Oxazolidone is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the oxazolidinone class, valued for its polar aprotic solvent properties and utility as a chemical intermediate. Its high solvency power and stability make it an effective reaction medium and formulation component in advanced chemical synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity building blocks and solvents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Polar Aprotic Solvent: Used in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and electrochemistry where a solvent with high dielectric constant and chemical inertness is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or solvent in the manufacturing of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring novel reaction pathways.
• Polymer Additive: Can act as a plasticizer or processing aid in specific polymer formulations to modify physical properties.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in advanced battery electrolytes due to its solvating properties and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-Oxazolidone
CAS No.	19836-78-3
Molecular Formula	C4H7NO2
Molecular Weight	101.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-oxazolidinone; 3-Methyloxazolidin-2-one; N-Methyl-2-oxazolidone; 2-Oxazolidinone, 3-methyl-; NSC 5239; 3-Methyloxazolidone; 3-Methyl-1,3-oxazolidin-2-one
EINECS	243-357-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-2-Oxazolidone is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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