Description

2,2-Dimethyloxetan-3-Ol is a high-purity, versatile oxetane derivative with significant utility as a key chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique strained ring structure, which provides a reactive handle for constructing complex molecular architectures with high stereochemical control. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, high-efficacy pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties like enhanced durability or specific degradation profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: A valuable precursor for developing advanced functional materials, including liquid crystals and photoresists.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,2-Dimethyloxetan-3-Ol
CAS No.	124659-07-0
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethyloxetane; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-oxetanol; 2,2-Dimethyloxetane-3-ol; (Oxetan-3-yl)methanol, 2,2-dimethyl-; 3-Oxetanol, 2,2-dimethyl-; Chiral Oxetane Building Block
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2-Dimethyloxetan-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and chiral analysis, to ensure the highest standards of chemical purity and enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency for your critical 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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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