Description

3,4-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenzene-1,2-Diol is a specialized epoxide and diol derivative of benzene, offering a unique bifunctional chemical structure. This compound is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fused ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer modifiers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening reactions and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in developing epoxy resins, adhesives, and coatings with specific performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenzene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	77209-76-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihydroxy-3,4-epoxy-1,4-cyclohexadiene; 3,4-Epoxycyclohexa-3,5-diene-1,2-diol; Benzene 3,4-epoxide-1,2-diol; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-3,4-epoxybenzene-1,2-diol; 3,4-Epoxy-1,2-dihydroxy-1,4-cyclohexadiene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenzene-1,2-Diol is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial quantities. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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