Description

1-Hydroxyethyne is a highly reactive and versatile acetylene derivative with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters as a key building block in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the hydroxyethynyl moiety into complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Sonogashira coupling and other cross-coupling reactions to construct complex organic molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of complex fine chemicals and specialty intermediates for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxyethyne
CAS No.	32038-79-2
Molecular Formula	C2H2O
Molecular Weight	42.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethynol; Hydroxyacetylene; Ethynyl alcohol; Acetylenyl alcohol; 1-Hydroxy-1-ethyne; 1-Ethyn-1-ol; HC≡COH
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxyethyne is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, preferably under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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