Description

(3-Propyloxetan-3-Yl)Methyl 4-Iodobenzoate is a specialized organic building block featuring both an oxetane ring and an iodobenzoate ester group, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials, where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, polymer science, and ligand synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly for introducing the oxetane moiety to modulate physicochemical properties like solubility and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the iodine atom allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties due to the strained oxetane ring.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry for constructing sophisticated ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds or probes for studying biological processes, leveraging the reactive iodine handle.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile tool for exploratory organic synthesis in research laboratories focused on method development and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(3-Propyloxetan-3-Yl)Methyl 4-Iodobenzoate
CAS No.	118546-18-2
Molecular Formula	C14H17IO3
Molecular Weight	360.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodobenzoic acid (3-propyloxetan-3-yl)methyl ester; [(3-Propyloxetan-3-yl)methyl] 4-iodobenzoate; p-Iodobenzoic acid (3-propyl-3-oxetanyl)methyl ester; 3-Propyl-3-oxetanemethyl 4-iodobenzoate; (3-Propyloxetan-3-yl)methyl p-iodobenzoate; 118546-18-2; Oxetane derivative, iodobenzoate ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Propyloxetan-3-Yl)Methyl 4-Iodobenzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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