Description

Spiro[2.3]Hexan-4-One is a specialized spirocyclic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bridged bicyclic structure offers a rigid, three-dimensional framework that is highly valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring constrained, spirocyclic motifs to modulate biological activity and physicochemical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its unique carbon skeleton can contribute to novel modes of action.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for specialty polymers, ligands, and advanced organic materials with specific steric and electronic characteristics.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral scaffold or starting material for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds in catalytic processes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein-ligand interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spiro[2.3]Hexan-4-One
CAS No.	20571-15-7
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Spiro[2.3]hexan-4-one; 4-Spiro[2.3]hexanone; Bicyclo[2.1.1]hexan-2-one; 2-Oxabicyclo[2.1.1]hexane, 1-methyl-; 1-Methyl-2-oxabicyclo[2.1.1]hexane; Spirohexan-4-one
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Quality Control

Our Spiro[2.3]Hexan-4-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.