Description

1-Cyclobutylethanol is a versatile alicyclic alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique cyclobutyl structure imparts valuable steric and electronic properties, making it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of proprietary drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing unique aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce the cyclobutyl moiety into polymer backbones or side chains, modifying material properties like toughness and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A fundamental reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Cyclobutylethanol
CAS No.	7515-29-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Hydroxyethyl)cyclobutane; α-Methylcyclobutanemethanol; Cyclobutylmethylcarbinol; 1-Cyclobutyl-1-ethanol; (1-Hydroxyethyl)cyclobutane; 2-Cyclobutylethanol (common misnomer); Cyclobutaneethanol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Cyclobutylethanol is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.