Description

(3-Methyloxolan-3-Yl)Methanol is a versatile heterocyclic building block and chiral intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a tetrahydrofuran ring with a hydroxymethyl substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and asymmetric synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific stereochemistry is required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used as a monomer or co-monomer for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(3-Methyloxolan-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	15833-64-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-methyloxolane; 3-Methyl-3-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran; 3-Methyl-3-tetrahydrofuranmethanol; 3-Methyl-3-tetrahydrofurylmethanol; (3-Methyloxolan-3-yl)methanol; 3-Methyl-3-hydroxymethyltetrahydrofuran; Tetrahydro-3-methyl-3-furanmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Methyloxolan-3-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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