Description

2-Hydroxytetrahydropyran is a versatile heterocyclic compound that serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclic ether with a hydroxyl group, makes it a crucial intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing tetrahydropyran or sugar-like motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel bioactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers where its oxygenated ring structure imparts specific properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protecting group for alcohols or as a scaffold in multi-step synthetic routes for complex natural products.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in developing novel monomers for resins and polymers with tailored physical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxytetrahydropyran
CAS No.	694-54-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxytetrahydropyran; 2-Hydroxyoxane; 2-Hydroxy-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropyran; 2-Hydroxy-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyran; 2H-Pyran-2-ol, tetrahydro-; Tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-ol; 2-Tetrahydropyranol; 2-Oxanol; δ-Hydroxytetrahydropyran
EINECS	211-778-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxytetrahydropyran is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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