Description

Cyclohexylideneacetaldehyde is a versatile, high-value aliphatic aldehyde building block characterized by its reactive carbonyl group and cyclohexylidene moiety. This compound is crucial for organic synthesis, particularly in the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates where its unique structure enables the construction of complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for applications in cyclization, condensation, and chain-extension reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds containing fused or spiro-cyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aliphatic aldehydes.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating novel aroma chemicals with green, woody, or citrus notes due to its aldehyde functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in aldol condensations, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination to introduce the cyclohexylideneacetaldehyde moiety into target molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations, contributing to specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research in exploring new synthetic methodologies and developing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexylideneacetaldehyde
CAS No.	1713-63-9
Molecular Formula	C8H12O
Molecular Weight	124.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclohexylideneacetaldehyde; (Cyclohexylidene)acetaldehyde; Cyclohexylideneethanal; 2-(Cyclohexylidene)acetaldehyde; NSC 403119; 1-Cyclohexylidene-2-oxoethane; 2-Cyclohexyliden-1-ethanal
EINECS	217-001-3

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexylideneacetaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring our product meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 2-8°C for long-term stability. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be purged with inert gas after each opening to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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