Description

3,3-Dimethyl-Oxirane-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile epoxide derivative and a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its ability to introduce both an oxirane (epoxide) ring and a nitrile group, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with multiple points of functionalization. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel intermediates, chiral compounds, and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring chiral epoxide or amino alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitrile and epoxide functionalities are crucial for biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, resins, and coatings, imparting specific chemical resistance or mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to construct complex heterocycles, natural product analogs, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for developing advanced materials with tailored surface properties or for use in nanotechnology applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethyl-Oxirane-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	6509-07-5
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO
Molecular Weight	97.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylglycidonitrile; 2-Cyano-2,3-epoxy-3-methylbutane; 2,2-Dimethyloxiranecarbonitrile; 3-Methyl-3-butene nitrile oxide; Glycidonitrile, 2,2-dimethyl-; (2,2-Dimethyloxiran-3-yl)formonitrile; 3-Cyano-2,2-dimethyloxirane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3,3-Dimethyl-Oxirane-2-Carbonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements for research and scale-up. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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