(S)-(+)-Glycidyl butyrate, CAS No. 65031-96-1

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65031-96-1

Catalog No. EBD15218

CAS 65031-96-1

Name (S)-(+)-Glycidyl butyrate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (S)-(-)-glycidylbutyrate (S)-(+)GlycidylButyrate (S)-(+)-Glycidylbutyrate

Molecular Formula: C7H12O3

Molecular Weight: 144.17

MDL Number: MFCD00273369

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Polymers and Macromolecular Materials > Epoxy and Epoxy Resin Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

(S)-(+)-Glycidyl butyrate is a chiral epoxide compound, specifically the (S)-enantiomer of glycidyl butyrate. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with the molecular formula C7H12O3. The compound features a reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring and an ester functional group, making it a versatile monomer and building block. Its primary and most significant application is in the field of polymer chemistry, particularly as a reactive diluent and monomer for epoxy resins. The chiral (S)-configuration can be utilized to impart specific optical or stereoregular properties to the resulting polymers. It is used to modify the viscosity, flexibility, and curing characteristics of epoxy systems, which are critical in coatings, adhesives, and composite materials. The butyrate ester group influences its compatibility and final polymer properties. As a chiral synthon containing both an epoxide and an ester, it also serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex, optically active molecules, including pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, via ring-opening reactions of the epoxide moiety.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 90 °C/19 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 85 °C

Density: 1.018 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.428(lit.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: /

Transport Codes: 1993

Analytical Data

Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid