Description

3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde, 3-Methyl- is a valuable heterocyclic building block featuring a reactive aldehyde group on a strained oxetane ring. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, functional materials, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for constructing novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with novel modes of action.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones to modify physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, and biodegradability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde functionality allows for further derivatization via reactions like reductive amination or Wittig olefination.
• Fragment-Based Drug Discovery (FBDD): Utilized as a versatile "fragment" or spacer to explore new chemical space in early-stage drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde, 3-Methyl-
CAS No.	99419-31-5
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyloxetane-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Methyl-3-oxetanecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methyloxetane-3-carboxaldehyde; (3-Methyloxetan-3-yl)methanal; 3-Oxetanecarboxaldehyde, 3-methyl-; Oxetane-3-carboxaldehyde, 3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-3-oxetanecarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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