Description

3-Oxocyclobutyl Pivalate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block characterized by its cyclobutanone core functionalized with a pivalate ester group. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It serves as a critical precursor for medicinal chemists and process development scientists engaged in developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing strained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific steric and electronic properties.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for further functionalization, including ring-opening, reduction, or nucleophilic addition reactions.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxocyclobutyl Pivalate
CAS No.	1071194-23-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxocyclobutyl 2,2-dimethylpropanoate; Cyclobutanone, 3-[(2,2-dimethyl-1-oxopropoxy)]-; Pivalic acid 3-oxocyclobutyl ester; 3-Oxocyclobutyl pivalate; 3-Oxocyclobutyl trimethylacetate; Trimethylacetic acid 3-oxocyclobutyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxocyclobutyl Pivalate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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