286-48-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane
• CAS NO: 286-48-6
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₈O₃
• Molecular Weight: 116.117
• Mol File: 286-48-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 169 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 52.8 °C
• Density: 1.208 g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane(286-48-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane(286-48-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 286-48-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane, also known as epoxyethane or oxetane, is a small cyclic organic compound with the molecular formula C3H6O2. It contains a three-membered ring with two oxygen atoms and one carbon atom. 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane is known for its high strain energy due to the three-membered ring, which makes it a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis. It is used as a monomer in the production of epoxy resins and also as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. 3,5,8-Trioxabicyclo[5.1.0]octane is a valuable chemical with versatile applications in various industries.