Description

cis-5-Octen-1-ol is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty alcohol characterized by its specific geometric isomerism. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis, prized for its ability to introduce both olefinic and hydroxyl functionalities. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for the production of complex molecules, where its defined structure ensures consistent product quality and performance.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and natural product analogs.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as an intermediate in the development of specialized pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Employed in polymer research for creating functionalized monomers and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for asymmetric synthesis and methodology development.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced organic materials for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	cis-5-Octen-1-ol
CAS No.	64275-73-6
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-5-Octen-1-ol; (5Z)-Oct-5-en-1-ol; cis-Oct-5-en-1-ol; 5-Octen-1-ol, (5Z)-; 5-cis-Octenol; (Z)-Oct-5-en-1-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-5-Octen-1-ol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and isomeric composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (cis-isomer)	≥ 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.