Description

1,2-Diazacyclobutane is a highly reactive, strained heterocyclic compound featuring a four-membered ring containing two nitrogen atoms. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex nitrogen-containing molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for nitrogen-rich heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific cyclic amine scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening and cycloaddition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Diazacyclobutane
CAS No.	5687-01-4
Molecular Formula	C2H4N2
Molecular Weight	56.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Diazetidine; Diazacyclobutane; 1,2-Diazacyclobutane; Diazetidine; 1,2-Diazetidin; Diazacyclobutane, 1,2-; Diazacyclobutane (VAN); UNII-8K3C8T6T1F
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Diazacyclobutane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.