Description

4'-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo-15-Crown-5 is a functionalized crown ether derivative, specifically a benzo-15-crown-5 ether bearing a hydroxymethyl substituent. This compound matters as a highly selective complexing agent for alkali and alkaline earth metal cations, particularly potassium ions, enabling precise separation, extraction, and sensing applications. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials science industries for developing advanced ion-selective electrodes, phase-transfer catalysts, and specialized polymer membranes.

Application

• Ion-Selective Electrodes (ISEs): Serves as a key ionophore in the fabrication of membrane electrodes for the potentiometric detection of potassium and other cations in analytical and clinical settings.
• Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Facilitates the transfer of ionic reagents between immiscible phases in organic synthesis, enhancing reaction rates and yields.
• Metal Ion Extraction & Separation: Used in liquid-liquid extraction processes for the selective recovery, purification, or removal of specific metal ions from complex mixtures.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Incorporated into optical or electrochemical sensor platforms for the detection of metal ions in environmental monitoring and biomedical diagnostics.
• Polymer Membrane Modification: Functionalized into polymer matrices to create ion-permeable membranes with tailored selectivity for filtration and separation technologies.
• Supramolecular Chemistry Research: Acts as a fundamental building block for constructing host-guest complexes and molecular machines in advanced materials research.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a complexing agent in chromatographic methods or spectroscopic analysis to improve selectivity and sensitivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo-15-Crown-5
CAS No.	65558-67-0
Molecular Formula	C16H24O6
Molecular Weight	312.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzo-15-crown-5; 1-Hydroxymethylbenzo-15-crown-5; Benzo-15-crown-5-methanol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3,5,6,8,9,11,12-octahydro-1,4,7,10,13-benzopentaoxacyclopentadecin; 4'-Hydroxymethylbenzo-15-crown-5; HM-B15C5; Hydroxymethylbenzo-15-crown-5 ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo-15-Crown-5 is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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