Description

2-Acetyl-2-Methyloxirane is a versatile and reactive epoxide derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both an epoxide ring and a ketone group, which allows for selective and sequential chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used to introduce reactive sites or cross-linking capabilities into polymer chains for enhanced material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and composites that require controlled curing.
• Academic & R&D: Valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for studying epoxide ring-opening reactions and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetyl-2-Methyloxirane
CAS No.	4587-00-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-acetyloxirane; 2,3-Epoxy-2-methylbutan-2-one; 2-Methyl-2-oxiran-2-ylpropan-2-one; Acetyl methyl oxirane; Isobutyryl oxide (related); 2,2-Dimethyloxiran-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Acetyl-2-Methyloxirane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its reactive epoxide functionality, it should be stored separately from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.