Description

3-Ethyl-3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde is a versatile oxetane-based aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained-ring structure and reactive aldehyde functionality make it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from polymer modification to the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, three-dimensional scaffolds to improve binding affinity and metabolic stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce oxetane rings into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties like thermal stability, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with potentially improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced electronic materials where its rigid core structure can influence molecular alignment and photophysical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various name reactions and as a starting material for heterocyclic compounds, chiral ligands, and other fine chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent for Coatings: Imparts durability and scratch resistance to high-performance coatings and adhesives through its reactive aldehyde group.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	98485-37-1
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-3-oxetanecarbaldehyde; 3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde, 3-ethyl-; 3-Ethyloxetane-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Ethyl-3-oxetanylcarboxaldehyde; 3-Ethyl-3-oxetanecarbonal; (3-Ethyloxetan-3-yl)methanal
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Ethyl-3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 properties of being easily oxidized and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and minimize exposure to air and moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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