1-BOC-3-(Formylmethyl)azetidine

• CAT Number: M127482
• CAS Number: 152537-04-7
• Molecular Formula: C10H17NO3
• Molecular Weight: 199.25
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Desiccate at RT
• IUPAC Name: tert-butyl 3-(2-oxoethyl)azetidine-1-carboxylate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H17NO3/c1-10(2,3)14-9(13)11-6-8(7-11)4-5-12/h5,8H,4,6-7H2,1-3H3
• InChIKey: JWHFSDTYDAIZID-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(C)OC(=O)N1CC(C1)CC=O

1-BOC-3-(Formylmethyl)azetidine is a protected azetidine derivative featuring a tert-butyloxycarbonyl (BOC) group and a formylmethyl substituent. This compound is widely used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals. The BOC group protects the amine during chemical reactions and can be easily removed under mild conditions. Its unique structure, including the azetidine ring, makes it a valuable intermediate in medicinal chemistry for developing compounds with potential therapeutic applications, especially in drug design.