Description

3-Hexyn-2-ol is a versatile terminal alkyne alcohol with a unique chemical structure that makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials, enabling complex molecular construction. Industries that need it include fine chemical manufacturers, research institutions, and companies developing active ingredients for life sciences.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon for constructing complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring alkyne functional groups for coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis: A fundamental building block for creating complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances via Sonogashira and other metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of organic components for display and semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Hexyn-2-ol
CAS No.	109-50-2
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	98.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexyn-2-ol; 2-Hydroxy-3-hexyne; 3-Hexyn-2-ol (primary synonym); Hex-3-yn-2-ol; 3-Hexyne-2-ol; 2-Hexyn-4-ol; Methyl butynyl carbinol; 1-Ethyl-2-propyn-1-ol
EINECS	203-678-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hexyn-2-ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.