Description

(2,5,5-Trimethyl-Tetrahydro-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanol is a high-purity, functionalized tetrahydrofuran derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, offering a unique steric and electronic profile for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for specialty aroma chemicals and high-value flavor & fragrance compounds due to its oxygenated, branched structure.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in academic and industrial research for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable tool for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on ring-opening reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,5,5-Trimethyl-Tetrahydro-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanol
CAS No.	67089-64-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,5,5-trimethyltetrahydrofuran; 2,5,5-Trimethyltetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol; (2,5,5-Trimethyloxolan-2-yl)methanol; Tetrahydro-2,5,5-trimethyl-2-furanmethanol; 2,5,5-Trimethyl-2-tetrahydrofuranylmethanol; 2,5,5-Trimethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran
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Quality Control

Our (2,5,5-Trimethyl-Tetrahydro-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (Optical Purity)	Contact for details

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