Description

2-tert-Butylcyclohexanone is a specialized alicyclic ketone of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, prized for its sterically hindered structure which can impart unique properties to final products. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrance & flavor manufacturing need it for developing advanced active ingredients and specialty molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to efficacy and selectivity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for musky and woody aroma chemicals due to its cyclohexanone backbone.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in asymmetric synthesis and methodological development for constructing sterically hindered ketones.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Can be utilized to synthesize light stabilizers or other specialty additives for polymer systems.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of components for display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butylcyclohexanone
CAS No.	1728-46-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)cyclohexanone; 2-(tert-Butyl)cyclohexanone; 2-t-Butylcyclohexanone; NSC 406925; Cyclohexanone, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2-tert-Butyl-cyclohexanone
EINECS	217-045-8

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butylcyclohexanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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