Description

2-Hydroxymethyloxetane is a versatile oxetane derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its bifunctional reactivity. This compound matters for its ability to introduce both hydroxyl and strained oxetane ring functionalities into polymers and fine chemicals, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials with tailored properties. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, polymer science, and specialty chemical manufacturing need it for developing high-performance coatings, adhesives, and drug delivery systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring stable, polar functional groups.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking: Used to incorporate reactive sites into polymer backbones, enhancing properties like adhesion, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength in coatings and resins.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polyethers and other specialty polymers with unique thermal and solubility characteristics.
• Surface Chemistry & Coatings: Employed in formulating high-performance, cross-linkable coatings for automotive, electronics, and industrial applications.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Functions as a reactive diluent and cross-linker to improve the performance and durability of industrial adhesives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxymethyloxetane
CAS No.	61266-70-4
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)oxetane; Oxetane-2-methanol; 2-Oxetanemethanol; 3-Oxetanemethanol; (Oxetan-2-yl)methanol; BMO (2-Hydroxymethyloxetane); Trimethylene oxide-2-methanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxymethyloxetane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging, or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.080 - 1.120

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