Description

Cyclobutanecarbonitrile, 2,2-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organic nitrile building block featuring a functionalized cyclobutane ring. This compound is valued for its unique steric and electronic properties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with constrained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclobutane scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cyclobutanecarbonitrile, 2,2-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	344747-08-6
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO2
Molecular Weight	155.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethoxy-3-methylcyclobutanecarbonitrile; 3-Methyl-2,2-dimethoxycyclobutanecarbonitrile; 2,2-Dimethoxy-3-methyl-cyclobutanecarbonitrile; Cyclobutanecarbonitrile, 2,2-dimethoxy-3-methyl-; (9CI); 344747-08-6; 2,2-Dimethoxy-3-methyl-1-cyanocyclobutane
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Quality Control

Every batch of Cyclobutanecarbonitrile, 2,2-Dimethoxy-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and process development. 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and organic solvents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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