Description

(2-Methylenebutyl)Cyclopropane is a specialized organic building block featuring both a cyclopropane ring and an exocyclic methylene group, offering unique reactivity and structural features for advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its utility as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors where the strained cyclopropane ring is a valuable motif. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in fine chemical, fragrance, and material science industries seeking to introduce cyclopropane units into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing cyclopropane pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the cyclopropane ring enhances biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a building block for creating unique synthetic aroma chemicals with complex, woody, or green notes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials requiring strained-ring monomers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for cyclopropanation reactions and the study of ring-strain chemistry.
• Cross-Coupling Substrate: The methylene group can be functionalized, making it a substrate for various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methylenebutyl)Cyclopropane
CAS No.	74685-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14
Molecular Weight	110.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylenebutylcyclopropane; Cyclopropane, (2-methylenebutyl)-; 1-Cyclopropyl-3-methylbut-1-ene; (2-Buten-1-ylidene)cyclopropane; 3-Methyl-1-cyclopropyl-1-butene
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Quality Control

Our (2-Methylenebutyl)Cyclopropane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this product should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures of 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep the container in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 2.0%

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