Description

Cyclobutanone, 2,4-Dichloro-3,3-Dimethyl- is a specialized halogenated cyclobutanone derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique sterically hindered and halogenated structure makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce the cyclobutane ring system into target molecules for drug discovery and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates containing strained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, ring-expansion studies, and the preparation of complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutanone, 2,4-Dichloro-3,3-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	72837-17-3
Molecular Formula	C6H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	167.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-3,3-dimethylcyclobutanone; 3,3-Dimethyl-2,4-dichlorocyclobutanone; 2,4-Dichloro-3,3-dimethyl-cyclobutan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Cyclobutanone, 2,4-Dichloro-3,3-Dimethyl- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for demanding synthetic applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.