Description

2-(Oxetan-2-Yl)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile oxetane-containing building block, valued for its unique strained ring system that imparts desirable physicochemical properties to advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. This high-purity intermediate is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the oxetane ring can enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating advanced polymers with tailored properties like improved adhesion, thermal stability, or biocompatibility.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Incorporated into the molecular design of electronic materials to modify charge transport and emission characteristics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing activity-based probes and molecular tags due to its reactive ester functionality and compact structure.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies within university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Oxetan-2-Yl)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	96516-90-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(Oxetan-2-yl)acetate; 2-Oxetaneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (Oxetan-2-yl)acetate; Oxetane-2-acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-(2-Oxetanyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 405124; AI3-40931
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Oxetan-2-Yl)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the rigorous standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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