Description

{3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]Hexan-1-Yl}Methanol is a specialized bicyclic oxirane derivative with a pendant hydroxymethyl group, serving as a valuable chiral building block and synthetic intermediate. Its unique strained-ring structure makes it a critical precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce functionalized oxabicyclic motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral, anticancer, and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its oxirane ring can be utilized for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialized polymers and advanced functional materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening reactions and stereoselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	{3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]Hexan-1-Yl}Methanol
CAS No.	1203707-39-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexan-1-yl)methanol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane; 3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane-1-methanol; Bicyclo[3.1.0]hexane-1-methanol, 3-oxa-; Oxirane, [[(1S,5R)-3-oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hex-1-yl]methyl]-; (1S,5R)-3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane-1-methanol
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Quality Control

Our {3-Oxabicyclo[3.1.0]Hexan-1-Yl}Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified for optimal long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (enantiomeric excess)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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