Description

Cyclobutanone, 2-Bromo-3-Methyl- is a specialized brominated cyclobutanone derivative, a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique sterically hindered structure, which is instrumental in constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications requiring precise stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing complex, strained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclobutane ring can impart unique biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and functional materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-expansion reactions and cross-coupling methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutanone, 2-Bromo-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	89180-79-0
Molecular Formula	C5H7BrO
Molecular Weight	163.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-methylcyclobutanone; 3-Methyl-2-bromocyclobutanone; 2-Bromo-3-methylcyclobutan-1-one; Bromomethylmethylcyclobutanone
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-3-Methylcyclobutanone is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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