Description

2-Aziridinecarboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester (9Ci) is a specialized aziridine derivative, a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its strained three-membered aziridine ring makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing nitrogen-containing functional groups into complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring aziridine or modified amino acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Intermediate for preparing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful for modifying biomolecules (proteins, peptides) due to its reactive aziridine ring.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in fundamental organic chemistry research to study ring-opening reactions and develop new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aziridinecarboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	82912-42-3
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl aziridine-2-carboxylate; 2-Aziridinecarboxylic acid, tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 2-aziridinecarboxylate; Aziridine-2-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; 1,1-Dimethylethyl 2-aziridinecarboxylate; 2-Carboxyaziridine tert-butyl ester; BOC-Aziridine-2-carboxylic acid (common abbreviation); (9CI) designation for CAS indexing.
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Quality Control

Our 2-Aziridinecarboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging, or stored in darkness. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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