Description

2-Phenylcyclohexanone is a versatile organic ketone compound that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclohexanone ring substituted with a phenyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry and functional properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying stereoselective reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylcyclohexanone
CAS No.	1444-65-1
Molecular Formula	C12H14O
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylcyclohexan-1-one; 2-Phenyl-1-cyclohexanone; 2-Phenylcyclohexanon; Cyclohexanone, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenyl cyclohexanone; α-Phenylcyclohexanone; NSC 406119
EINECS	215-889-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylcyclohexanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from GC, HPLC, NMR, and other relevant methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.