Description

Tetrahydro-4H-Pyran-4-One is a versatile heterocyclic ketone and a key building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, enabling complex molecular transformations. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, flavor and fragrance manufacturing, and specialty chemical producers seeking high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for lactones and other compounds that impart specific flavor and aroma notes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including polymers, resins, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Chemical Derivatization: Used to introduce the tetrahydropyranyl moiety into target molecules, which can act as a protecting group or modify physicochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydro-4H-Pyran-4-One
CAS No.	29943-42-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxotetrahydropyran; Dihydro-2H-pyran-4(3H)-one; γ-Valerolactone isomer; Tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-one; 4-Ketotetrahydropyran; 4-Oxotetrahydro-2H-pyran; Oxane-4-one
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahydro-4H-Pyran-4-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive applications like pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.