Description

Azidomethyl Pivalate is a specialized organic azide compound, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique reactivity, particularly in click chemistry and cycloaddition reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of triazole-containing drug candidates via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) click chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel fungicides and herbicides where the azide functional group introduces specific biological activity.
• Polymer Functionalization: Enables the modification of polymer backbones to introduce azide groups for subsequent cross-linking or grafting of new functionalities.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the labeling and linking of biomolecules (proteins, oligonucleotides) for diagnostic and research applications.
• Material Science: Building block for high-energy materials and specialty chemicals requiring precise energetic density.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a protected azidomethylation agent in multi-step synthetic routes for complex natural products and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azidomethyl Pivalate
CAS No.	872700-68-0
Molecular Formula	C6H11N3O2
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Pivalic Acid Azidomethyl Ester; 2,2-Dimethylpropanoic Acid Azidomethyl Ester; Azidomethyl 2,2-Dimethylpropanoate; Azidomethyl Trimethylacetate; (Azidomethoxy)-tert-butyl ketone; N3CH2OOCC(CH3)3; tert-Butylcarbonyloxymethyl Azide
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Quality Control

Our Azidomethyl Pivalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and IR for structural confirmation, to meet the stringent requirements of research and cGMP-grade production. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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