Description

Tetrahydro-Furan-3-Ol is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a tetrahydrofuran ring and a hydroxyl group, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules with precise stereochemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: A monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydro-Furan-3-Ol
CAS No.	864447-89-2
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxytetrahydrofuran; Tetrahydro-3-furanol; 3-Tetrahydrofuranol; 3-Furanol, tetrahydro-; 3-Hydroxyoxolane; (RS)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-ol; (±)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-ol; Oxolan-3-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrahydro-Furan-3-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC/GC), chiral purity determination, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.