Description

Methyl Oxetane-3-Carboxylate is a versatile oxetane-based building block and ester derivative, valued for its unique strained ring structure and functional handle. This compound matters as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceuticals and specialty materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in ring-opening reactions and as a precursor for introducing functionalized oxetane motifs into target molecules.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable tool in academic and industrial research laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Oxetane-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1638760-80-1
Molecular Formula	C5H8O3
Molecular Weight	116.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methoxycarbonyl)oxetane; Methyl 3-oxetanecarboxylate; Oxetane-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Carbomethoxyoxetane; Methyl oxetane-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Oxetanecarboxylic acid, methyl ester; Methyl ester of oxetane-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Oxetane-3-Carboxylate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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 (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.