Description

Ethyl 2-Formyl-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylate is a versatile and highly functionalized cyclopropane derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an ester and an aldehyde group on a strained three-membered ring, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce cyclopropane motifs with precise stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing chiral cyclopropane units found in various therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane ring can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry for the construction of complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for novel polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a standard reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition and ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Formyl-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylate
CAS No.	20417-61-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Formylcyclopropanecarboxylate; 1-Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 2-formyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Formyl-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Formylcyclopropane-1-carboxylate; NSC 163063; Ethyl 2-formyl-1-cyclopropanecarboxylate; 2-Ethoxycarbonylcyclopropanecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Formyl-1-Cyclopropanecarboxylate 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) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

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.