CAS 100188-44-1: (S)-4-Oxo-2-azetidinecarboxylicacidmethylester

(S)-Methyl 4-oxoazetidine-2-carboxylate is a chemical compound that is used as an experimental reactant. It has been shown to be reactive with nucleophiles and undergoes attack by nucleophilic reagents, such as amines and alcohols. The compound also reacts with dipolar reagents to produce the corresponding product in high yield. This reactivity is due to the planar nature of the molecule, which enables it to form strong hydrogen bonds and electrostatic interactions with other molecules. (S)-Methyl 4-oxoazetidine-2-carboxylate is soluble in solvents such as ether, dichloromethane, benzene, and acetone.