Description

trans-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate is a high-purity organic synthetic intermediate, specifically a tosylate ester derivative of a substituted cyclohexanol. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, where its activated tosyl group facilitates nucleophilic substitution reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for chiral molecules and complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and functional organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in laboratory settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	trans-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	15051-90-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₄S
Molecular Weight	270.34 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl Tosylate; (1R,2R)-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate; (1S,2S)-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate; 2-Hydroxycyclohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate; Cyclohexanol, 2-hydroxy-, 4-methylbenzenesulfonate, trans-; p-Toluenesulfonic acid trans-2-hydroxycyclohexyl ester; trans-2-Tosyloxycyclohexanol
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Quality Control

Our trans-2-Hydroxycyclohexyl p-Toluenesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis to confirm stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% de
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.