Description

Oxetane, 3-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy- is a high-value, functionalized heterocyclic building block. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive oxetane ring and a bromomethyl handle for diverse chemical transformations. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic entities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the oxetane moiety can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating advanced polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Oxetane, 3-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy-
CAS No.	2306278-53-3
Molecular Formula	C5H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	181.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Bromomethyl)-3-methoxyoxetane; 3-Methoxy-3-(bromomethyl)oxetane; 3-Bromomethyl-3-methoxyoxetane; Oxetane, 3-(bromomethyl)-3-methoxy-; 1-Bromo-3-methoxy-3-oxetanemethane; (3-Methoxyoxetan-3-yl)methyl bromide
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Quality Control

Every batch of Oxetane, 3-(Bromomethyl)-3-Methoxy- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term 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.