Description

3-Methyloxetane is a versatile, highly volatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its strained oxetane ring structure makes it a key intermediate for introducing functional complexity into target molecules, enabling the development of novel materials and active ingredients. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to create compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing complex molecular scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: A versatile building block for synthesizing complex fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in exploratory chemistry for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyloxetane
CAS No.	2167-38-6
Molecular Formula	C4H8O
Molecular Weight	72.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyloxacyclobutane; 3-Methyl-1-oxacyclobutane; Oxetane, 3-methyl-; 3-Methyloxetane; Methyloxetane
EINECS	218-511-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyloxetane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to verify identity, purity, and moisture content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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