Description

3-Phenyltetrahydrofuran-2-Ol is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenyl-substituted tetrahydrofuran ring and a secondary alcohol, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring complex oxygenated heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenyltetrahydrofuran-2-Ol
CAS No.	36866-68-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-phenyltetrahydrofuran; 3-Phenyl-2-tetrahydrofuranol; 3-Phenyltetrahydro-2-furanol; (±)-3-Phenyltetrahydrofuran-2-ol; 2-Tetrahydrofuranol, 3-phenyl-; 3-Phenyl-2-furanol, tetrahydro-; α-Hydroxy-3-phenyltetrahydrofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenyltetrahydrofuran-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliable performance in your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
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.