Description

2,2,5-Trimethyl-3-Oxa-5-Hexen-1-Ol is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique ether-alcohol structure with an unsaturated side chain. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like flexibility, adhesion, or cross-linking density.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex ether and alcohol-containing structures.
• Crosslinking Agent: Potential use in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants where its dual functionality can promote curing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,5-Trimethyl-3-Oxa-5-Hexen-1-Ol
CAS No.	54004-45-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxa-5-hexen-1-ol, 2,2,5-trimethyl-; 2,2,5-Trimethyl-3-oxa-5-hexen-1-ol; 5-Hexen-1-ol, 2,2,5-trimethyl-3-oxa-; (5-Methyl-4-hexenyloxy)-2-propanol; 2-Propanol, 1-(5-methyl-4-hexenyloxy)-; Unsaturated ether-alcohol intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2,5-Trimethyl-3-Oxa-5-Hexen-1-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20°C)	Contact for details

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