Description

[(2-Cyclopropylphenoxy)Methyl]-Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a cyclopropyl and a phenoxy group adjacent to the reactive oxirane ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group integration.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the cyclopropyl moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating advanced polymers with specific optical or thermal properties, useful in display technologies and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for ring-opening reactions, nucleophilic additions, and cascade cyclizations to access novel chemical space.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where the epoxide functionality allows for further derivatization.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(2-Cyclopropylphenoxy)Methyl]-Oxirane
CAS No.	29632-50-6
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Cyclopropylphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; Glycidyl 2-cyclopropylphenyl ether; Oxirane, [(2-cyclopropylphenoxy)methyl]-; 1,2-Epoxy-3-(2-cyclopropylphenoxy)propane; (2-Cyclopropylphenoxymethyl)oxirane; 2-Cyclopropylphenyl glycidyl ether; CPGE (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our chemical intermediates. Production of [(2-Cyclopropylphenoxy)Methyl]-Oxirane is monitored through in-process controls and final release testing against established specifications to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Our quality system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where required for advanced applications.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the material is typically stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.