Description

3-Ethylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclobutane ring substituted with an ethyl group and a carboxylic acid functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its constrained cyclobutane ring.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid alicyclic structure.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma compounds with unique olfactory properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Ethylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	66016-16-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclobutanecarboxylic acid, 3-ethyl-; 3-Ethyl-1-cyclobutanecarboxylic acid; β-Ethylcyclobutanecarboxylic acid; 66016-16-8; 3-Ethylcyclobutane-1-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylcyclobutanecarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and cGMP manufacturing environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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