Description

Oxiranecarboxylic Acid, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized epoxide derivative that serves as a versatile and reactive building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an epoxide ring and an ester group, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing functional complexity into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring chiral centers or specific functional group arrays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive epoxide ring enables structural diversification.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties such as adhesion, flexibility, or chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful for modifying biomolecules (e.g., proteins, peptides) due to the epoxide's ability to react with nucleophilic amino acid residues.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a valuable reagent in methodological development and exploratory chemistry for creating new compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxiranecarboxylic Acid, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	139165-10-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10O4
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(Hydroxymethyl)oxiranecarboxylate; Ethyl 2,3-Epoxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)propionate; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)oxirane-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Glycidyl Ethyl Ester, Hydroxymethyl-; 2-Oxiranecarboxylic Acid, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Glycidate, Hydroxymethyl Derivative; (Oxiran-2-yl)methanol, 2-carboxyethyl ester (related form)
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Quality Control

Our Oxiranecarboxylic Acid, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Ethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or kept in dark conditions. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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