Description

Carbamic Acid, Methyl(2-Oxoethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) CAS NO 137712-40-4 is a specialized carbamate derivative characterized by its reactive methyl ester and oxoethyl functional groups. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with carbamate or peptide-like backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive ester group.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a building block for creating peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors in medicinal chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for client-specific molecule development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbamic Acid, Methyl(2-Oxoethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	137712-40-4
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO3
Molecular Weight	131.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl N-(2-oxoethyl)carbamate; 2-Oxoethyl(methyl)carbamic acid methyl ester; Acetaldehyde, 2-[(methoxycarbonyl)methylamino]-; Methyl (methyl(2-oxoethyl)carbamate); N-(2-Oxoethyl)-N-methylcarbamic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl N-methyl-N-(2-oxoethyl)carbamate; (2-Oxoethyl)(methyl)carbamic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Carbamic Acid, Methyl(2-Oxoethyl)-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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