Description

4-Benzyloxy-1-Butanol is a versatile organic compound featuring both an ether and a primary alcohol functional group, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its structure allows for selective reactions, enabling the production of complex molecules for advanced applications. This chemical is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to build specific molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a protected alcohol or a benzyloxyalkyl side chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its alkoxy chain can be incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the manufacture of advanced electronic display components and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyethers, polyesters, and epoxy resins, modifying flexibility and properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Utilized in the creation of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its reactive alcohol group.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research laboratories as a protected diol equivalent or a linker in multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzyloxy-1-Butanol
CAS No.	4541-14-4
Molecular Formula	C11H16O2
Molecular Weight	180.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butanol, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-(Benzyloxy)butan-1-ol; 4-(Phenylmethoxy)-1-butanol; 4-Benzyloxybutanol; NSC 403697; Butylene glycol benzyl ether; 4-O-Benzyl-1,4-butanediol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Benzyloxy-1-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided to guarantee compliance with your project specifications and industry standards.

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 oxidizing agents, acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.5080 - 1.5120
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.020 - 1.040

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