Description

4-Ethyltetrahydro-2H-Pyran-4-Ol CAS NO 1342388-96-8 is a versatile heterocyclic alcohol with a unique tetrahydropyran structure. This compound serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of complex molecules. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce functionalized pyran motifs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those containing oxygen heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyran ring contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating novel odorants and flavoring agents with complex, oxygenated profiles.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce hydroxyl-functionalized cyclic ether groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethyltetrahydro-2H-Pyran-4-Ol
CAS No.	1342388-96-8
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-4-hydroxytetrahydropyran; 4-Ethyl-4-hydroxyoxane; 4-Hydroxy-4-ethyltetrahydropyran; 4-Ethyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-ol; 4-Ethyl-4-pyranol; 4-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-1-oxacyclohexane; Tetrahydro-4-ethyl-4-pyranol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethyltetrahydro-2H-Pyran-4-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.