Description

3-Pentyn-2-ol is a versatile terminal alkyne alcohol with a unique chemical structure, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its combination of an alkyne and a hydroxyl group makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules through reactions like Sonogashira coupling and click chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating acetylene-linked molecular scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the alkyne moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for Sonogashira coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds in complex molecule assembly.
• Click Chemistry: Ideal substrate for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions, facilitating the rapid synthesis of 1,2,3-triazoles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize novel ligands for transition metal catalysts used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma compounds with unsaturated character.
• Research and Development: Critical standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and new compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentyn-2-ol
CAS No.	58072-60-9
Molecular Formula	C5H8O
Molecular Weight	84.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pentyn-2-ol; 2-Pentyn-4-ol; 1-Ethyl-2-propyn-1-ol; 1-Ethylprop-2-yn-1-ol; Ethyl ethynyl carbinol; 3-Butyn-2-ol, 1-methyl-; Pent-3-yn-2-ol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pentyn-2-ol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, water content, and related substances is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use and stored away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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