Description

Tetrahydro-5-Hydroxyfuran-2-Methanol is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its hydroxyl and cyclic ether functionalities, which make it a key precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Industries requiring high-purity chiral intermediates, such as pharmaceutical R&D and specialty chemical manufacturing, will find this product essential for developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and cardiovascular drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialized polyethers and other functional polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in chemical research for method development and as a standard in asymmetric synthesis studies.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential intermediate in the synthesis of components for advanced display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydro-5-Hydroxyfuran-2-Methanol
CAS No.	14153-04-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxymethyltetrahydrofuran-2-ol; (Tetrahydro-2-furanyl)methanol, 5-hydroxy-; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-hydroxytetrahydrofuran; Tetrahydro-5-hydroxy-2-furanmethanol; 2-Hydroxymethyl-5-hydroxytetrahydrofuran; α-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2-furanol; (RS)-Tetrahydro-5-hydroxy-2-furanmethanol
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahydro-5-Hydroxyfuran-2-Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere if the container is opened frequently to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Specific enantiomer available)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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