Description

3-tert-Butylcyclobut-2-Enone is a specialized strained-ring ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique cyclobutenone core, functionalized with a bulky tert-butyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures and novel materials. This compound is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, catalyst development, and polymer research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring strained or sterically hindered ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients with unique modes of action, leveraging its reactive enone functionality.
• Materials Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in [4+2] and [2+2] cycloaddition reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies and exploring new chemical spaces in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-tert-Butylcyclobut-2-Enone
CAS No.	95904-85-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12O
Molecular Weight	124.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-tert-Butylcyclobut-2-en-1-one; 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-cyclobuten-1-one; 2-Cyclobuten-1-one, 3-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 3-tert-Butyl-2-cyclobutenone; tert-Butylcyclobutenone
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Quality Control

Our 3-tert-Butylcyclobut-2-Enone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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