Description

2-Oxetanone, 3-Acetyl-4-Ethyl-4-Methyl-, trans- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity oxetanone derivative with the CAS registry number 136814-10-3. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialized polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for introducing the functionalized oxetane ring into target molecules, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential precursor for creating chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research compound for exploring new chemical reactions and methodologies in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxetanone, 3-Acetyl-4-Ethyl-4-Methyl-, trans- (9Ci)
CAS No.	136814-10-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12O3
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-3-Acetyl-4-ethyl-4-methyl-2-oxetanone; 4-Ethyl-4-methyl-3-acetyloxetan-2-one; 3-Acetyl-4-ethyl-4-methyloxetan-2-one; Oxetan-2-one, 3-acetyl-4-ethyl-4-methyl-, trans-; β-Lactone derivative, acetyl-ethyl-methyl substituted; (3R*,4R*)-3-Acetyl-4-ethyl-4-methyloxetan-2-one (relative stereochemistry)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Oxetanone, 3-Acetyl-4-Ethyl-4-Methyl-, trans- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supporting cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards for advanced intermediates. Comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR, is performed. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch traceability are available upon request.

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). This compound may be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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