Description

(S)-4-Benzyloxy-1,3-Butanediol is a high-purity chiral building block and synthetic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its enantiomeric purity, which is critical for producing optically active pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality chiral precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and cardiovascular drug development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor for chiral dopants in liquid crystal displays and specialty polymers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of specific, high-value chiral aroma chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-4-Benzyloxy-1,3-Butanediol
CAS No.	85418-23-1
Molecular Formula	C11H16O3
Molecular Weight	196.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-(Benzyloxy)butane-1,3-diol; (S)-1,3-Butanediol, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-; (S)-4-O-Benzyl-1,3-butanediol; (S)-4-(Benzyloxy)-1,3-butanediol; (S)-4-Benzyloxybutane-1,3-diol; (S)-BOD; (S)-4-OBn-1,3-butanediol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-4-Benzyloxy-1,3-Butanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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