Description

3-Benzyl-Tetrahydropyran-4-One is a versatile organic building block and key chiral intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized tetrahydropyran scaffold, which is a privileged structure found in numerous bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or complex natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those containing chiral tetrahydropyran or piperidine motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require complex heterocyclic cores.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on asymmetric synthesis and cyclization reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The structure can be modified to create novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzyl-Tetrahydropyran-4-One
CAS No.	693249-64-8
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzyloxan-4-one; 3-Benzyl-4-oxotetrahydropyran; 4-Oxo-3-benzyltetrahydropyran; 3-Benzyltetrahydro-4H-pyran-4-one; 4H-Pyran-4-one, tetrahydro-3-(phenylmethyl)-; 3-(Phenylmethyl)tetrahydro-4H-pyran-4-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzyl-Tetrahydropyran-4-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical specifications. Our commitment to cGMP principles and ISO-aligned procedures guarantees a reliable supply for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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