Description

2-Oxetanecarboxylicacid,4-Oxo-,Ethylester,(2R)-(9Ci) is a high-purity chiral building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique oxetane and β-ketoester functionalities, which are critical for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in oncology and antiviral research.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in asymmetric synthesis, ring-opening reactions, and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization for new therapeutic agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for the manufacture of specialty chemicals with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in methodological development and exploratory chemistry due to its reactive ester and ketone groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxetanecarboxylicacid,4-Oxo-,Ethylester,(2R)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	107285-64-3
Molecular Formula	C6H8O4
Molecular Weight	144.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-4-Oxooxetane-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (2R)-4-oxooxetane-2-carboxylate; (R)-Ethyl 4-oxooxetane-2-carboxylate; 2-Oxetanecarboxylic acid, 4-oxo-, ethyl ester, (2R)-; Ethyl (R)-4-oxooxetane-2-carboxylate; (R)-Ethyl 4-oxo-2-oxetanecarboxylate; 107285-64-3; (2R)-4-Oxooxetane-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Oxetanecarboxylicacid,4-Oxo-,Ethylester,(2R)-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data (HPLC/GC) are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.