Description

Methyl Tetrahydropyranyloxyacetate is a versatile organic ester compound with a protected hydroxyl functionality, serving as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, where it introduces the tetrahydropyranyloxyacetate moiety. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring protected carboxylic acid or alcohol precursors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific ester functionalities are required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized intermediate in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and performance chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can act as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The tetrahydropyranyl (THP) group is used to protect alcohols during multi-step synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Tetrahydropyranyloxyacetate
CAS No.	135643-82-2
Molecular Formula	C9H16O4
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, 2-(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yloxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-((tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)oxy)acetate; 2-(Tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yloxy)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yloxy)acetate; THP-O-CH2-COOCH3; Methyl 2-(tetrahydropyran-2-yloxy)acetate; Methyl O-tetrahydropyran-2-yl glycolate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Tetrahydropyranyloxyacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.