Description

3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-Methyloxetane is a high-value, functionalized oxetane building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the oxetane ring's stability and reactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance, functional polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced electronic materials for displays and lighting applications.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromophenyl moiety makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig couplings.
• Ring-Opening Polymerization (ROP): The strained oxetane ring is amenable to cationic ROP, enabling the creation of polyethers with specific functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-Methyloxetane
CAS No.	872882-97-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO
Molecular Weight	227.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-methyloxetane; 3-Methyl-3-(4-bromophenyl)oxetane; 4-Bromo-α,α-dimethylbenzenemethanol, cyclic formal; Oxetane, 3-(4-bromophenyl)-3-methyl-; 872882-97-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-3-Methyloxetane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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