Description

Azetidin-3-Ylacetate CAS NO 74121-99-6 is a versatile and high-value azetidine derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained-ring structure and functional group make it indispensable for constructing complex molecular architectures with high precision. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of β-lactam antibiotics, protease inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific chiral activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to prepare chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Core scaffold for designing and synthesizing peptide analogs and conformationally restricted peptides.
• Material Science: Monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of activity-based probes and molecular tools for studying enzyme function.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azetidin-3-Ylacetate
CAS No.	74121-99-6
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO2
Molecular Weight	127.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Azetidineacetic acid, methyl ester; Methyl 3-azetidineacetate; Azetidin-3-yl-acetic acid methyl ester; 3-(Methoxycarbonylmethyl)azetidine; (Azetidin-3-yl)acetic acid methyl ester; 1-Azabicyclo[1.2.0]pentane-3-acetic acid, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Azetidin-3-Ylacetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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