Description

4-Vinylbenzocyclobutene is a specialized organic compound featuring both a vinyl group and a highly strained benzocyclobutene moiety, making it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This unique structure is critical for developing high-performance polymers and functional materials with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and material scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for creating novel monomers and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and bioactive compounds, leveraging its reactive sites for cycloaddition and polymerization reactions.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Used as a monomer for creating specialty polymers, including high-temperature resins, liquid crystal polymers (LCPs), and polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors for OLEDs or OFETs, due to its potential for π-conjugation extension.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in the production of thermosetting plastics and elastomers, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of modern pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, particularly in studies involving [2+2] cycloadditions and ring-opening reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Vinylbenzocyclobutene
CAS No.	99717-87-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10
Molecular Weight	130.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethenylbenzocyclobutene; 4-Vinyl-1,2-dihydrobenzocyclobutene; Benzocyclobutene, 4-ethenyl-; 4-Vinyl-bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene; 1-Vinylbenzocyclobutene (common numbering variant); BCB-Vinyl monomer
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Quality Control

Our 4-Vinylbenzocyclobutene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential concentration changes. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.