Description

3-Oxetaneacetonitrile, 3-Methyl- is a high-value, specialized organic nitrile building block featuring a strained oxetane ring system. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with enhanced physicochemical properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic modalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with tailored properties like toughness, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials used in displays and lighting.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and bioconjugation reagents for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the fine chemical industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxetaneacetonitrile, 3-Methyl-
CAS No.	117452-93-4
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO
Molecular Weight	111.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-3-oxetaneacetonitrile; 3-Methyloxetane-3-acetonitrile; (3-Methyloxetan-3-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Methyloxetan-3-yl)acetonitrile; 3-Methyl-3-oxetanemethyl cyanide; Oxetane-3-acetonitrile, 3-methyl-; 117452-93-4
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxetaneacetonitrile, 3-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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

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