Description

2-Hexyn-1-ol is a terminal alkyne alcohol characterized by its unique triple bond, serving as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, allowing it to act as both a nucleophile and an electrophile in various coupling and chain-extension reactions. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, intermediates, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a precursor for polymers with tailored properties, such as adhesives and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Sonogashira coupling, click chemistry, and other metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexyn-1-ol
CAS No.	764-60-3
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	98.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexyn-3-ol; 2-Hexynol; 1-Hydroxy-2-hexyne; 2-Hexyne-1-ol; Hex-2-yn-1-ol; 3-Hexyn-1-ol (isomer); Butyl ethynyl carbinol
EINECS	212-124-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Hexyn-1-ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing the product meets your specified requirements for research and industrial use.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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