Description

Heptane-1,3-Diol CAS NO 23433-04-7 is a high-purity, versatile diol compound valued for its unique chemical structure and functional properties. This product is essential for industrial and research applications requiring a specific chain length and dual hydroxyl functionality. It serves as a critical intermediate and building block for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its diol functionality for conjugation and derivatization.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyesters, polyurethanes, and other performance polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Employed as a humectant or solvent in high-end cosmetic formulations, contributing to product stability and texture.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and material science R&D for creating novel compounds.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Functions as a precursor for synthesizing additives that improve lubricity, stability, or performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Heptane-1,3-Diol
CAS No.	23433-04-7
Molecular Formula	C7H16O2
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Heptanediol; 1,3-Dihydroxyheptane; Heptamethylene Glycol; NSC 403697; Heptane-1,3-diol; (±)-1,3-Heptanediol
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Quality Control

Our Heptane-1,3-Diol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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