Description

(Hydroxymethyl)Cycloheptane CAS NO 4448-75-3 is a versatile seven-membered cyclic alcohol derivative, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a hydroxymethyl group on a cycloheptane ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in creating macrocyclic or constrained ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific ring size influences biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for producing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing musk analogs and other complex aroma chemicals with specific olfactory profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in ring-expansion reactions, nucleophilic additions, and as a protected functional group in multi-step syntheses.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing chelating ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	(Hydroxymethyl)Cycloheptane
CAS No.	4448-75-3
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Cycloheptanemethanol; (Hydroxymethyl)cycloheptane; Cycloheptylmethanol; Hydroxymethylcycloheptane; 1-Cycloheptylmethanol; Heptamethylene methanol; NSC 66484; Cycloheptane methanol
EINECS	224-695-7

Quality Control

Our (Hydroxymethyl)Cycloheptane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with global regulatory and research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.475 - 1.485
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.930 - 0.950

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