Description

5-Hexen-3-ol is an industrially significant unsaturated alcohol characterized by its terminal alkene and secondary alcohol functional groups. This bifunctional nature makes it a versatile chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical production. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and polymer sectors for its utility in creating specialized compounds.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating esters and other derivatives that contribute green, fruity, or floral notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its reactive sites for further chemical modification.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: The alkene group allows it to be incorporated into polymer chains via copolymerization, modifying properties like flexibility or adhesion.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing carbon chains and introducing functional groups via reactions like hydroboration or epoxidation.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can be used in the production of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants where it contributes to network formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hexen-3-ol
CAS No.	688-99-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexen-3-ol; 3-Hydroxy-1-hexene; 1-Hexen-3-ol; Ethyl vinyl carbinol; Allyl ethyl carbinol; 5-Hexene-3-ol; 3-Hexen-1-ol (isomer); Hex-5-en-3-ol
EINECS	211-706-7

Quality Control

Our 5-Hexen-3-ol is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.830 - 0.850

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