Description

4-Hepten-1-ol is a versatile seven-carbon unsaturated primary alcohol with a terminal double bond, offering unique reactivity for fine chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, serving as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in the production of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for creating high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various esters and aldehydes used to create fresh, green, and fruity olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators where its alkenyl chain is incorporated into the final product structure.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in specialty polymerizations to introduce specific functional groups or control molecular weight.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for carbon-carbon bond formation reactions, such as cross-coupling and hydrofunctionalization.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Utilized in the synthesis of specialty esters that function as biodegradable lubricant base stocks or non-ionic surfactant components.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hepten-1-ol
CAS No.	20851-55-2
Molecular Formula	C7H14O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hepten-1-ol; 4-Heptenol; 1-Hydroxy-4-heptene; Hept-4-en-1-ol; (4-Heptenyl) alcohol; 4-Hepten-1-yl alcohol; NSC 9246; 4-Heptene-1-ol
EINECS	244-090-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Hepten-1-ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.840 - 0.850 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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