Description

5-Hexyn-3-ol is a versatile alkyne-containing alcohol, a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a terminal alkyne, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures through reactions like Sonogashira coupling and click chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating acetylene-linked bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require alkyne functionality.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and dendrimers with tailored properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of sophisticated ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and cascade reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals with unique structural motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hexyn-3-ol
CAS No.	19780-84-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	98.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexyn-5-ol; 5-Hexyn-3-ol; 3-Hydroxy-1-hexyne; 1-Hexyn-3-ol; Ethyl ethynyl carbinol; 3-Hydroxyhex-1-yne; 1-Hexyne-3-ol
EINECS	243-306-9

Quality Control

Our 5-Hexyn-3-ol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our commitment to cGMP and ISO standards guarantees a reliable supply of high-purity material for your most demanding applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture absorption and oxidation.

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)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

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