Description

[R,(-)]-4-Heptyne-2-Ol is a chiral, non-racemic alkyne alcohol that serves as a valuable synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its defined stereochemistry and functional group combination make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a key building block for the preparation of enantiomerically pure drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the R&D of novel, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where specific chirality impacts biological activity.
• Material Science & Specialty Polymers: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with unique optical or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving alkynes and chiral alcohols.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing chiral aroma compounds and specialty odorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	[R,(-)]-4-Heptyne-2-Ol
CAS No.	90192-97-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12O
Molecular Weight	112.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-4-Heptyn-2-ol; (R)-4-Heptyne-2-ol; (-)-4-Heptyn-2-ol; (2R)-Hept-4-yn-2-ol; 4-Heptyne-2-ol, (R)-; (R)-Hept-4-yn-2-ol; (R)-4-Heptyn-2-ol; 90192-97-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [R,(-)]-4-Heptyne-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (ee), and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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