Description

6-Furfurylidene-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique cyclohexanone core fused with a furan derivative, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its role as a key intermediate in the production of fine chemicals, fragrances, and complex pharmaceutical molecules. It is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific structural motifs.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals and flavoring agents, imparting unique woody, spicy, or amber notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural complexity for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a starting material or intermediate in advanced organic reactions, including cycloadditions and cross-coupling methodologies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for chemical libraries and discovery chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Furfurylidene-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexanone
CAS No.	17429-54-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-6-(2-furanylmethylene)cyclohexanone; 6-(2-Furylmethylene)-2,2-dimethylcyclohexanone; 2,2-Dimethyl-6-(furan-2-ylmethylene)cyclohexan-1-one; Furfurylidenedimethylcyclohexanone; (E)-6-(Furan-2-ylmethylene)-2,2-dimethylcyclohexanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Furfurylidene-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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