Description

Ethyl 3-(2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropyl)-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is a specialized oxirane derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines an epoxide ring with ester and hydroxyl functionalities, enabling its use in the creation of complex, high-value chemical intermediates. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing complex molecular scaffolds in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydroxyl and epoxide groups, enhancing material properties like adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Epoxide Ring-Opening Chemistry: Utilized in nucleophilic ring-opening reactions to produce diols, amino alcohols, and other bifunctional compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropyl)-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	94022-00-1
Molecular Formula	C11H20O4
Molecular Weight	216.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl)-3-methyloxirane-2-carboxylate; 3-Methyl-3-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl)glycidic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Methyl-3-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl)glycidate; Glycidic acid, 3-methyl-3-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl)-, ethyl ester; Oxiranecarboxylic acid, 3-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl)-3-methyl-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-(2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropyl)-3-Methyloxirane-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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