Description

Cyclobutanecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclobutane ring functionalized with both a hydroxymethyl group and a methyl ester. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and complex organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct stereogenic centers for high-value fine chemicals.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes, linkers, and other tools for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring a functionalized cyclobutane scaffold.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutanecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	209549-17-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)cyclobutanecarboxylate; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclobutanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Cyclobutanecarboxylic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, methyl ester; (2-Hydroxymethyl-cyclobutyl)-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Cyclobutanecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and development applications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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