Description

4-Octen-1-Ol is a versatile eight-carbon unsaturated alcohol with a terminal hydroxyl group and a double bond at the 4-position. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the production of flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D chemists in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex molecules with specific olfactory or functional properties.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various fruity, green, and waxy aroma compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block or intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or co-monomer in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemicals: Employed in the synthesis of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for carbon chain elongation, cross-coupling reactions, and the introduction of functional groups.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Octen-1-Ol
CAS No.	67700-26-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Octen-1-ol; (E)-4-Octen-1-ol; (Z)-4-Octen-1-ol; 4-Octenol; Oct-4-en-1-ol; 4-Octenyl alcohol; cis/trans-4-Octen-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-4-octene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Octen-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Ratio (cis/trans)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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