Description

Butyl 3-Methyl-3-Phenyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is a specialized oxirane (epoxide) derivative that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its reactive epoxide ring and ester functionality, enabling its use in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a chiral epoxide center.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules via ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 3-Methyl-3-Phenyloxirane-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	93963-69-0
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl 2,3-Epoxy-2-methyl-3-phenylpropionate; Butyl 3-Phenyl-2,3-epoxy-2-methylpropionate; 2-Methyl-3-phenyloxirane-2-carboxylic acid butyl ester; Butyl 3-Methyl-3-phenylglycidate; Glycidic acid, 3-methyl-3-phenyl-, butyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butyl 3-Methyl-3-Phenyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, protect from moisture. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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