Description

5-Cyclohexylsalicylic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted salicylic acids. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique structural features that combine aromatic and alicyclic components. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel anti-inflammatory agents, analgesics, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control and method development laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory organic synthesis for creating new chemical entities with potential commercial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Cyclohexylsalicylic Acid
CAS No.	1855-23-8
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyclohexyl-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-5-cyclohexylbenzoic Acid; Salicylic Acid, 5-Cyclohexyl-; NSC 403697; 5-Cyclohexylsalicylate; Cyclohexylsalicylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Cyclohexylsalicylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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