Description

2,2-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,3-Methyl-(9Ci) is a specialized epoxide derivative with a dicarboxylic acid functionality, offering a unique bifunctional reactive site for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of polymers, resins, and fine chemicals. It is needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries seeking to introduce both rigidity and reactive handles into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a cross-linking agent or co-monomer to enhance the thermal stability, adhesion, and mechanical properties of epoxy and polyester resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Surface Coating Formulations: Incorporated into coatings and inks to improve chemical resistance and durability.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and materials science laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,2-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,3-Methyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	343852-35-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6O5
Molecular Weight	158.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyloxirane-2,2-dicarboxylic acid; 3-Methyl-2,2-oxiranedicarboxylic acid; 2-Oxiranecarboxylic acid, 2-carboxy-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-2-oxiranedicarboxylic acid; Methyl-substituted oxirane dicarboxylic acid; (9CI) identifier for specific naming convention.
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Oxiranedicarboxylicacid,3-Methyl-(9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to ambient humidity. For long-term stability, storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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