Description

4-Vinyl-Dihydrofuran-2(3H)-One is a versatile heterocyclic building block and reactive intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the presence of both a vinyl group and a lactone moiety, enabling it to participate in polymerization and cycloaddition reactions to create complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fused or spiro heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as biodegradable plastics or functional coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on ring-opening polymerizations and [4+2] cycloadditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Vinyl-Dihydrofuran-2(3H)-One
CAS No.	53627-36-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbutyrolactone; 4-Vinyl-γ-butyrolactone; 4-Ethenyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone; 4-Vinyl-γ-butyrolactone; 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-4-ethenyl-; γ-Vinyl-γ-butyrolactone; 4-Vinyloxolan-2-one
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Vinyl-Dihydrofuran-2(3H)-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure they meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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