Description

3-Oxetanone is a highly versatile and reactive four-membered cyclic ketone, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its strained ring structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and novel polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce the oxetane moiety, which can significantly alter the physicochemical properties of target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry for probing structure-activity relationships.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the oxetane ring can enhance metabolic stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for producing high-performance polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of advanced materials, including liquid crystals and organic electronic components.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Serves as an electrophilic coupling partner in metal-catalyzed reactions to create complex molecular architectures.
• Ring-Opening Polymerization (ROP): A fundamental monomer for generating polyoxetanes, which are studied for their biodegradability and biocompatibility.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxetanone
CAS No.	6704-31-0
Molecular Formula	C3H4O2
Molecular Weight	72.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Oxetan-3-one; 1,3-Epoxy-2-propanone; 3-Oxetanone; β-Propiolactone homologue; Trimethylene ketone oxide; Oxacyclobutan-2-one; 3-Oxacyclobutanone
EINECS	229-775-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxetanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, supporting compliance with research and cGMP standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to minimize volatility and degradation. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.