Description

3-(Iodomethyl)-3-Methyloxetane is a versatile and highly functionalized oxetane derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive iodomethyl group, which facilitates efficient ring-opening and cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing novel polymers, prodrugs, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive handle for bioconjugation.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Monomer for synthesizing functional polymers with tailored properties, such as photo-crosslinkable resins or polymers with pendant reactive sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Precursor for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to create novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Surface Modification: Agent for introducing functional groups onto material surfaces for improved adhesion or biocompatibility.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental research reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Iodomethyl)-3-Methyloxetane
CAS No.	112823-30-0
Molecular Formula	C5H9IO
Molecular Weight	212.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-3-(iodomethyl)oxetane; 3-Iodomethyl-3-methyloxetane; Oxetane, 3-(iodomethyl)-3-methyl-; 3-(Iodomethyl)-3-methyloxacyclobutane; 3-Methyl-3-oxetanylmethyl iodide; IMI-MO (abbreviation); (3-Methyloxetan-3-yl)methyl iodide; 3-(Iodomethyl)-3-methyl-1-oxacyclobutane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Iodomethyl)-3-Methyloxetane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP principles and relevant ICH guidelines ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

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 sensitivity to light and potential reactivity with strong acids and organic solvents, the container should be kept in the original packaging until use. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details

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