Description

Methacrylic Acid, Methyl Ester, Ozonide (5Ci) is a specialized organic ozonide derivative of methyl methacrylate, serving as a key reactive intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce ozonide functionality, enabling controlled oxidative cleavage and polymer modification reactions. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel materials and synthetic pathways.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: As a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with tailored degradation profiles or specific functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: For the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where controlled oxidative steps are required.
• Material Science Research: In the development of novel coatings, adhesives, and composites with enhanced properties through ozonide-mediated chemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratory-scale reactions for the selective oxidative cleavage of carbon-carbon double bonds under mild conditions.
• Crosslinking Agent: For modifying the properties of existing polymer matrices to improve thermal stability or mechanical strength.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methacrylic Acid, Methyl Ester, Ozonide (5Ci)
CAS No.	723294-27-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Methacrylate Ozonide; Methyl 2-methyl-2-(3-oxo-1,2,4-trioxolan-4-yl)prop-2-enoate; MMA Ozonide; 4-Methyl-4-(methacryloyloxy)methyl-1,2,4-trioxolane; 5Ci-MMA-Ozonide; Methacrylic Acid Methyl Ester Ozonide; 1,2,4-Trioxolane, 4-[(2-methyl-1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)oxy]methyl]-4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our Methacrylic Acid, Methyl Ester, Ozonide (5Ci) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and stability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) for research chemicals to support your critical development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C (under refrigeration) in a dedicated, well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, containers should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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