Description

Methyl 3-Formylcyclobutane-1-Carboxylate is a versatile cyclobutane-based building block featuring both formyl and ester functional groups. This compound is valued for its unique strained-ring structure, which is crucial for synthesizing novel pharmaceutical intermediates and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop new herbicides and fungicides with unique modes of action, leveraging the strained cyclobutane ring.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for synthesizing monomers and polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for creating complex macrocyclic and polycyclic aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Formylcyclobutane-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1784306-12-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formylcyclobutane-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-formylcyclobutane-1-carboxylate; 1-Carbomethoxy-3-formylcyclobutane; Cyclobutane-1,3-dicarboxaldehyde, 1-methyl ester; Methyl 3-oxocyclobutane-1-carboxylate (tautomer); 3-Formyl-cyclobutanecarboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Formylcyclobutane-1-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to support 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

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.