Description

2-Methylazetidine Hcl is a high-purity, versatile azetidine derivative, a crucial building block in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a constrained, nitrogen-containing heterocyclic scaffold essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in protease inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitrogen heterocycles for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functionalized surfaces where the azetidine ring imparts specific chemical or physical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a core structure for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylazetidine Hcl
CAS No.	1152113-37-5
Molecular Formula	C4H10ClN
Molecular Weight	107.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylazetidine hydrochloride; 2-Methylazetidine HCl; 2-Methylazetidine, hydrochloride; Azetidine, 2-methyl-, hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-azetidine hydrochloride salt; 1-Azabicyclo[1.1.0]butane, 2-methyl-, hydrochloride (related bicyclic form)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylazetidine Hcl is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.