Description

[1S,3R,(+)]-1-Methyl-3-Isopropylcyclohexane is a high-purity, chiral monoterpene derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry. This compound is valued as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of fragrances, flavors, and pharmaceuticals. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, fragrance, and agrochemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates to impart specific olfactory, biological, or material properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with specific stereosensory profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where stereochemistry is critical for efficacy.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for creating novel, stereochemically-defined pesticides and herbicides with targeted activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and as a ligand or substrate in catalytic processes to study stereoselective reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific structural properties derived from its rigid cyclohexane framework.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in chromatography (GC, HPLC) for method development and quality control of related terpene compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1S,3R,(+)]-1-Methyl-3-Isopropylcyclohexane
CAS No.	13837-66-6
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-(1S,3R)-1-Methyl-3-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexane; (1S,3R)-p-Menthane; (+)-trans-p-Menthane; (1S,3R)-1-Isopropyl-3-methylcyclohexane; trans-(+)-p-Menthane; (1S,3R)-1-Methyl-3-propan-2-ylcyclohexane; NSC 66449; (+)-1-Methyl-3-isopropylcyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our [1S,3R,(+)]-1-Methyl-3-Isopropylcyclohexane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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