Description

Ethanone, 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-Cyclobuten-1-Yl]-, cis- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclobutene ring substituted with hydroxymethyl and acetyl (ethanone) groups. This unique cis-configured structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel, complex molecules.

Application

This compound serves as a versatile intermediate in sophisticated chemical synthesis. Key application areas include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing complex carbocyclic frameworks.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require strained ring systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in methodological studies and as a model substrate for developing new synthetic transformations involving cyclobutene chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties derived from the strained ring.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-Cyclobuten-1-Yl]-, cis- (9Ci)
CAS No.	174712-74-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-1-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-cyclobuten-1-yl]ethanone; 1-(4-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclobut-2-en-1-yl)ethanone; 4-Acetyl-2-cyclobuten-1-ylmethanol (cis); (cis)-4-(Acetyl)-2-cyclobuten-1-ylmethanol; Cyclobutene intermediate 174712-74-4; cis-Hydroxymethyl cyclobutenyl methyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We offer this intermediate in various purity grades suitable for research and development purposes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. Our quality management system supports traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. For long-term storage, we recommend maintaining the product at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥95% (Research Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥95% (Research Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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