Description

3-(4-Bromophenyl)Oxetane is a high-value brominated oxetane derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique oxetane ring fused with a brominated aromatic system makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents, herbicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive bromine and strained oxetane ring.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive compounds for displays.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like adhesion, thermal stability, or refractive index.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aryl bromide moiety makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Bromophenyl)Oxetane
CAS No.	1402158-49-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO
Molecular Weight	213.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromophenyloxetane; 3-(4-Bromophenyl)oxetane; Oxetane, 3-(4-bromophenyl)-; 4-Bromo-α,α-dimethylbenzenemethanol, cyclic acetal with formaldehyde; 1-Bromo-4-(oxetan-3-yl)benzene; 3-(p-Bromophenyl)oxetane; (4-Bromophenyl)oxetane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Bromophenyl)Oxetane adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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