Description

Cyclobutane-1,1-Diyldimethanol is a valuable bifunctional organic building block featuring a rigid cyclobutane core with two hydroxymethyl substituents. This unique structure makes it a versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceutical candidates. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a conformationally constrained scaffold.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for producing specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins, imparting rigidity and specific thermal properties to the final polymer.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Core component in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, planar structure and functional handles.
• Cross-linking Agent: Used in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to improve hardness, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile chiral building block in academic and industrial research for constructing complex natural products and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutane-1,1-Diyldimethanol
CAS No.	4415-73-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Bis(hydroxymethyl)cyclobutane; Cyclobutane-1,1-dimethanol; 1,1-Cyclobutanedimethanol; 1,1-Cyclobutylidenedimethanol; (Hydroxymethyl)cyclobutanemethanol; NSC 163044; α,α'-Dihydroxy-1,1-cyclobutanedimethane
EINECS	224-562-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclobutane-1,1-Diyldimethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.