Description

3-Octyn-1-ol is a terminal alkyne alcohol with a medium-chain hydrocarbon backbone, serving as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive hydroxyl group and a carbon-carbon triple bond, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups or create novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly for creating chiral centers or as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules used in display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce alkyne functionality into polymers via click chemistry (e.g., CuAAC reactions) for cross-linking or property enhancement.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for Sonogashira coupling, hydroalkynylation, and other metal-catalyzed reactions to form complex organic structures.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Used in the development of specialty chemicals for metal surface treatment and protection.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Octyn-1-ol
CAS No.	14916-80-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octyn-3-ol; 3-Octyn-1-ol; Oct-3-yn-1-ol; 3-Octyne-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-3-octyne; 3-Octynol; 1-Octyne-3-ol; 3-Octynyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Octyn-1-ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. For long-term storage, maintaining the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.88 - 0.92

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