3-Decyn-1-ol may be used in the following studies, as a starting material in the synthesis of 3?-deoxyribolactones, as a starting material in the synthesis of (Z)-3-decen-1-ol by hydrogenation over P-2 nickel and as a reagent in the synthesis of methyl 9-decynoate.
3-Decyn-1-ol is primary homo-propargylic alcohol derivative. It has been reported to be formed during the isomerization of 2-decyn-1-ol in the presence of sodium salt of 1,3-diaminopropane. Its toxicity has been evaluated on the green alga, Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata in terms of EC50 (median effective concentration) and NOEC (no observed effect level) values. It undergoes semi hydrogenation in the presence of Lindlar catalyst to form cis-3-decen-1-ol.