Oxetane, with the CAS number 503-30-0, is a cyclic ether characterized by a four-membered ring structure containing three carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. This compound is a colorless, flammable liquid at room temperature and exhibits a distinctive sweet odor. Oxetane is known for its relatively high ring strain due to the small size of the ring, which can lead to increased reactivity compared to larger cyclic ethers. It is soluble in various organic solvents and can participate in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and ring-opening reactions. Oxetane is often utilized as a building block in organic synthesis and has applications in the production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and other chemical intermediates. Its unique structure allows for the introduction of functional groups, making it a valuable compound in synthetic chemistry. However, due to its flammability and potential health hazards, appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling oxetane in laboratory or industrial settings.

Oxetane

503-30-0: 1,2-Epoxipropano, 1,2-Epoxypropan, 1,2-Epoxypropane, 1,3-Epoxypropane, 1,3-Propylene oxide, Cyclooxabutane, Nsc 30086, Oxacyclobutane, Oxetan, Oxytrimethylene, Propane, 1,3-epoxy-, Trimethylene Oxide, Trimethylene ether, α,γ-Propane oxide,  2-methyloxirane, Oxetane

Trimethylene oxide useful for the synthesis of 3-substituted propanols by reaction with Grignards or organolithiums in the presence of CuBr. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

CAS 503-30-0: Oxetane

Trimethylene oxide, 97%

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Oxetane

Ref: 54-OR309051

Trimethylene Oxide

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