Description

[(2R)-Oxetan-2-Yl]Methanol is a high-value, chiral oxetane derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals, offering a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of advanced, high-efficacy crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers to modify physical properties and introduce functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical spaces in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(2R)-Oxetan-2-Yl]Methanol
CAS No.	1932342-97-6
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)oxetane; (2R)-Oxetan-2-ylmethanol; (R)-Oxetane-2-methanol; (R)-2-Oxetanemethanol; (R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)oxetane; (R)-Oxetanyl methanol; (2R)-2-Oxetanylmethanol; (R)-Oxetane-2-yl methanol
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Quality Control

Our [(2R)-Oxetan-2-Yl]Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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