Description

3-Heptyn-2-ol is a terminal alkyne alcohol characterized by its unique combination of a hydroxyl group and a carbon-carbon triple bond. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring alkyne motifs for click chemistry or as structural components.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the alkyne functionality introduces specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, enabling more efficient and selective chemical transformations.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers, dendrimers, and advanced materials where the hydroxyl and alkyne groups allow for cross-linking and functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions, including Sonogashira coupling and nucleophilic additions, to introduce chiral centers and extended carbon chains.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Investigated as a potential intermediate for synthesizing compounds with unique olfactory properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Heptyn-2-ol
CAS No.	56699-62-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O
Molecular Weight	112.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Heptyn-2-ol; 2-Heptyn-4-ol; 3-Heptyn-2-ol; Hept-3-yn-2-ol; 1-Ethyl-2-propyn-1-ol; 1-Ethylprop-2-yn-1-ol; 3-Heptyn-2-ol (primary synonym)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fine chemical intermediates. Production of 3-Heptyn-2-ol adheres to internal specifications developed for research and industrial use. Every batch is analyzed using modern analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, maintaining the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.