Description

Ethyl 2-(1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)Acetate is a versatile organic ester building block characterized by its unique cyclobutanol moiety. This compound matters as a valuable chiral intermediate and synthon for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing esters and lactones with unique olfactory properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for studying ring-opening and functionalization reactions of strained cyclobutane rings.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in catalytic reactions to induce chirality.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 2-(1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)Acetate
CAS No.	27784-32-3
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)acetate; 2-(1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-Hydroxycyclobutaneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic acid, 2-(1-hydroxycyclobutyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-hydroxycyclobutaneacetate; Cyclobutanol, 1-acetic acid ethyl ester; (1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)acetic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(1-Hydroxycyclobutyl)Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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