Description

Methyl-7-Hydroxyhept-5-Ynoate is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a terminal alkyne and a protected hydroxyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for drug discovery and material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex bioactive molecules.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Utilizes the terminal alkyne group for efficient, modular conjugation reactions in bioconjugation and polymer science.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in multi-step syntheses to introduce functionalized carbon chains, enabling the construction of natural products and complex organic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development of novel crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Participates in Sonogashira and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-7-Hydroxyhept-5-Ynoate
CAS No.	50781-91-4
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 7-hydroxyhept-5-ynoate; 7-Hydroxyhept-5-ynoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-heptynoate, 7-hydroxy-; Hept-5-ynoic acid, 7-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 7-hydroxy-5-heptynoate; 5-Heptynoic acid, 7-hydroxy-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-7-Hydroxyhept-5-Ynoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.