Description

3-Oxiranylpropenal is a versatile and reactive bifunctional organic compound containing both an oxirane (epoxide) and an aldehyde group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for synthesizing more complex chemical structures. It is primarily utilized in the research and development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced polymer materials, where its reactive sites enable precise chemical modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring epoxide or aldehyde functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to create novel bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer for producing specialty epoxy resins and polymers with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for creating complex aldehydes, alcohols, and other derivatives through ring-opening or condensation reactions.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for modifying proteins, peptides, or other biomolecules due to its selective reactivity with nucleophiles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for developing advanced coatings, adhesives, and composite materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxiranylpropenal
CAS No.	64011-46-7
Molecular Formula	C5H6O2
Molecular Weight	98.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Oxiran-2-yl)acrolein; 2-Vinyloxirane-2-carbaldehyde; Glycidylacrolein; 3-Oxiranyl-2-propenal; 2-(Oxiranyl)propenal; 2-(2-Oxiranyl)acrolein; (Oxiran-2-yl)acrolein; 2-Ethenyloxirane-2-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxiranylpropenal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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