Description

3-Methoxyacrolein is a versatile and reactive α,β-unsaturated aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, offering both an aldehyde and an alkene group for sequential or tandem reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel heterocycles, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyrimidines, pyridines, and other nitrogen-containing scaffolds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel active ingredients.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed as a versatile electrophile in Michael additions, cyclocondensations, and other C-C bond-forming reactions to create specialty chemicals and flavors & fragrances.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional coatings due to its polymerizable double bond and aldehyde group.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, exploring new catalytic processes and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxyacrolein
CAS No.	4652-35-1
Molecular Formula	C4H6O2
Molecular Weight	86.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Acrolein, 3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-2-propenal; 2-Propenal, 3-methoxy-; Methoxyacrolein; β-Methoxyacrolein; 3-Methoxyacrylaldehyde; NSC 406924; 3-Methoxyprop-2-enal
EINECS	225-082-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxyacrolein is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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