Description

4-(Benzyloxy)-3-[(Benzyloxy)Methyl]-1-Butanol is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate featuring two benzyl-protected hydroxyl groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in sophisticated organic synthesis, offering a protected diol functionality that is crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring protected polyol segments.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific alcohol functionalities are needed.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for synthesizing organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce benzyl-protected diol units into target molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzyloxy)-3-[(Benzyloxy)Methyl]-1-Butanol
CAS No.	33498-88-3
Molecular Formula	C19H24O3
Molecular Weight	300.39 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butanol, 4-(benzyloxy)-3-[(benzyloxy)methyl]-; 3,4-Bis(benzyloxy)-1-butanol; 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-(benzyloxymethyl)butan-1-ol; 1,4-Dideoxy-1,4-bis-O-benzyl-L-threitol; 3,4-Di-O-benzyl-1,4-dideoxy-L-threitol; L-Threitol, 1,4-dideoxy-1,4-bis-O-benzyl-; 3,4-Bis-O-benzyl-L-threitol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-[(Benzyloxy)Methyl]-1-Butanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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