Description

3-Aminocyclobutanone is a versatile and highly reactive four-membered cyclic ketone building block. Its strained ring structure and bifunctional nature make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for designing activity-based probes and molecular tags to study biological systems.
• Academic & Process Chemistry: A valuable reagent for methodological studies, total synthesis, and route scouting in process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Aminocyclobutanone
CAS No.	4640-43-1
Molecular Formula	C4H7NO
Molecular Weight	85.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Aminocyclobutan-1-one; Cyclobutanone, 3-amino-; 1-Aminocyclobutan-3-one; 3-Oxocyclobutanamine; Aminocyclobutanone
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Quality Control

Our 3-Aminocyclobutanone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC/GC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for every batch upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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