Description

Methyl 3-Methyloxolane-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity specialty ester and a valuable heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise, high-quality intermediates to drive innovation in complex molecule creation. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, material science, and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its oxolane (tetrahydrofuran) ring system.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and functional materials.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and advanced materials with specific functional properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in university and corporate research laboratories.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Methyloxolane-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	74785-96-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylate; 3-Methyloxolane-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methyltetrahydrofuran-3-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-methyloxolane-3-carboxylate; 3-Methoxycarbonyl-3-methyltetrahydrofuran; 3-Methyl-3-carbomethoxytetrahydrofuran
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Methyloxolane-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	To be provided on COA
Density	To be provided on COA

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