Description

Diethyl 2-Oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylate is a high-value spirocyclic organic building block and ester derivative. This compound is crucial for advanced organic synthesis, offering a rigid, three-dimensional framework that is instrumental in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating spirocyclic and conformationally restricted drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its unique structure can contribute to improved biological activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in asymmetric catalysis and chemical sensing.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening reactions and cycloadditions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing complex ester-based aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Diethyl 2-Oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylate
CAS No.	26593-41-9
Molecular Formula	C12H18O5
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6,6-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)-2-oxaspiro[3.3]heptane; Diethyl 2-oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylate; 2-Oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylic acid, diethyl ester; Ethyl 2-oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylate; Spirocyclic diethyl ester; 6,6-Di(ethoxycarbonyl)-2-oxaspiro[3.3]heptane
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2-Oxaspiro[3.3]heptane-6,6-dicarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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