Description

Cyclohexyl Ethyl Ketone CAS NO 1123-86-0 is a versatile alicyclic ketone characterized by its cyclohexyl and ethyl functional groups, offering a unique blend of solvent properties and reactivity. This compound is valued in industrial synthesis for its role as a key intermediate and solvent in the production of specialty chemicals and fine pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical sectors for its utility in complex organic transformations and formulation processes.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of musk-like aromatic compounds and complex flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring specific alicyclic ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for resins, polymers, and specialty coatings where specific solvency power is required.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in organic chemistry laboratories as a reagent for exploring novel synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing plasticizers, stabilizers, and other polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexyl Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.	1123-86-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclohexylpropan-1-one; Ethyl Cyclohexyl Ketone; Propiophenone, cyclohexyl-; Cyclohexyl Propanone; 1-Cyclohexyl-1-propanone; NSC 406058; CEK
EINECS	214-373-2

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyl Ethyl Ketone is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements and support regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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