Oxiranecarboxaldehyde

Name: Oxiranecarboxaldehyde
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049468

About Oxiranecarboxaldehyde

Listed under CAS 765-34-4, Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is a process intermediate or related compound of Allopurinol available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C3H4O2 and its molecular weight is 72.06 g/mol. The IUPAC name is oxirane-2-carbaldehyde. Common synonyms include Glycidal and 2,3-Epoxypropanal.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Allopurinol, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Allopurinol

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Oxiranecarboxaldehyde
Catalogue No.	VQ-049468
CAS Number	765-34-4
IUPAC name	oxirane-2-carbaldehyde
Molecular formula	C₃H₄O₂
Molecular weight	72.06 g/mol
Exact mass	72.0211
InChIKey	IWYRWIUNAVNFPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1C(O1)C=O
PubChem CID	13002

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	29.6 Å²
Synonyms	Glycidal, 2,3-Epoxypropanal, Epihydrine aldehyde, Epoxypropanal, 2-Oxiranecarboxaldehyde, 2,3-Epoxypropionaldehyde, 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanal, Propionaldehyde, 2,3-epoxy-, Propionaldehyde,3-epoxy-, Glycidaldehyde [UN2622] [Flammable liquid]

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H350May cause cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Oxiranecarboxaldehyde?

The CAS Registry Number of Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is 765-34-4. It is also known as Glycidal, 2,3-Epoxypropanal, Epihydrine aldehyde.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Oxiranecarboxaldehyde?

Oxiranecarboxaldehyde has the molecular formula C3H4O2 and a molecular weight of 72.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is oxirane-2-carbaldehyde.

What is Oxiranecarboxaldehyde used for?

Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Allopurinol. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Oxiranecarboxaldehyde can I order?

We supply Oxiranecarboxaldehyde, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Oxiranecarboxaldehyde?

Yes. Every lot of Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Oxiranecarboxaldehyde be shipped internationally?

Yes. Oxiranecarboxaldehyde is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.