Description

Spiro[3.4]Octan-1-One CAS NO 37609-31-7 is a specialized spirocyclic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bridged bicyclic structure provides a rigid, three-dimensional framework that is highly valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, catalyst development, and the synthesis of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and bioactive molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, spirocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structural motif can enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific stereochemical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new ring-forming reactions and stereoselective transformations.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing musk-like odorants or other complex aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Spiro[3.4]Octan-1-One
CAS No.	37609-31-7
Molecular Formula	C8H12O
Molecular Weight	124.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Spiro[3.4]octan-1-one; 1-Oxaspiro[3.4]octane; Bicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-2-one, 6-oxa-; 6-Oxabicyclo[3.1.1]heptan-2-one; Spiro(3,4)octanone; 37609-31-7; Spirooctanone
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Quality Control

Every batch of Spiro[3.4]Octan-1-One is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and consistency for research and development applications. Our standard offering meets typical R&D grade specifications, with purity often exceeding 95% (by GC or HPLC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity specifications to meet specific project requirements, including chiral purity if needed.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing 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 (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.