Description

1-Methylene-2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropane is a highly specialized, strained-ring hydrocarbon building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique cyclopropane structure with exocyclic methylene functionality makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring strained-ring systems for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its unique carbon skeleton can impart specific modes of action.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, cycloadditions, and other ring-forming transformations to construct complex polycyclic compounds.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of high-value specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylene-2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropane
CAS No.	54376-39-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylene-2,2,3,3-tetramethylcyclopropane; Tetramethylmethylenecyclopropane; 2,2,3,3-Tetramethyl-1-methylenecyclopropane; 1-(Methylene)-2,2,3,3-tetramethylcyclopropane; Methylene tetramethylcyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1-methylene-2,2,3,3-tetramethyl-
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Methylene-2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropane adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents. Due to its volatile and potentially reactive nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 2.0%

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