Description

1α,2α,3β,4β-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid CAS NO 38841-00-8 is a high-purity, multifunctional organic compound characterized by its unique cyclobutane ring structure with four carboxylic acid groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile building block for advanced synthesis in research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought after by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating high-performance polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Its multiple carboxyl groups make it useful for forming metal complexes in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic and stereochemically defined molecules.
• Specialty Chemical Production: A key starting material for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1α,2α,3β,4β-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	38841-00-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8O8
Molecular Weight	232.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid; Cyclobutane-1,2,3,4-tetracarboxylic Acid; (1α,2α,3β,4β)-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid; All-cis-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid; CBTA; Tetracarboxycyclobutane; 1,2,3,4-Tetracarboxycyclobutane
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Quality Control

Our 1α,2α,3β,4β-Cyclobutanetetracarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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