Description

1-Chloro-6-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene is a specialized halogenated cycloalkene intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique structure, which combines a reactive chloroalkene moiety with a methyl-substituted cyclohexene ring, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, as well as by manufacturers of fine chemicals and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the chlorocyclohexene moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its structural features can contribute to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic substitution, and other carbon-carbon bond forming transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-6-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene
CAS No.	16642-50-5
Molecular Formula	C7H11Cl
Molecular Weight	130.62 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1-chlorocyclohex-1-ene; 1-Chloro-6-methylcyclohex-1-ene; 1-Chloro-6-methyl-1-cyclohexene; 1-Cyclohexene, 1-chloro-6-methyl-; NSC 163045; 1-Chloro-6-methylcyclohexene
EINECS	240-690-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Chloro-6-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.00 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.48

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