Description

(R)-(-)-1-Octen-3-Ol, 99 CAS NO 3687-48-7 is a high-purity, chiral flavor and fragrance compound characterized by its distinct mushroom-like aroma. This enantiomerically pure substance is essential for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and consistent organoleptic properties. It is a critical intermediate and active ingredient for flavor and fragrance houses, pharmaceutical research, and advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key chiral component in creating authentic mushroom, earthy, and vegetable notes for savory flavors, perfumes, and personal care products.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a chiral building block or intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile chiral synthon in asymmetric synthesis and for the preparation of more complex chemical structures.
• Agrochemicals: Employed in the research and development of chiral pesticides and pheromones.
• Food & Beverage: Applied in the formulation of natural and artificial flavorings for processed foods and beverages.
• Standards & Reference Materials: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(-)-1-Octen-3-Ol, 99
CAS No.	3687-48-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-Octen-3-ol; (R)-(-)-Oct-1-en-3-ol; (3R)-Oct-1-en-3-ol; (R)-(-)-Matsutakeol; (R)-(-)-Amyl vinyl carbinol; (R)-(-)-Pentyl vinyl carbinol; (R)-(-)-1-Vinylhexanol; L-Octen-3-ol
EINECS	222-981-6

Quality Control

Our (R)-(-)-1-Octen-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the specified 99% purity and enantiomeric excess requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific rotation is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-20° to -25° (c=1, CHCl3)
Refractive Index n20/D	1.428 - 1.432
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.835 - 0.845

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