Description

cis-Alpha,4-Dimethylcyclohexanemethanol is a high-purity, specialized cyclohexane derivative valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional group combination. This compound serves as a critical chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules with precise structural control. It is essential for R&D and manufacturing within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where its defined configuration is key to developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing stereospecific drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musks and other complex aroma chemicals, contributing to scent profiles and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex natural products and novel organic compounds.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce cyclohexyl groups into polymer chains, modifying physical properties like flexibility and thermal stability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a backbone for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Alpha,4-Dimethylcyclohexanemethanol
CAS No.	18446-93-0
Molecular Formula	C9H18O
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-α,4-Dimethylcyclohexanemethanol; (1R,4S)-4-Isopropyl-1-methylcyclohexanemethanol; 4-Isopropyl-1-methyl-cyclohexanemethanol; cis-1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanemethanol; Cyclohexanemethanol, α,4-dimethyl-, cis-; 18446-93-0; cis-1-Methyl-4-isopropylcyclohexanemethanol
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Quality Control

Our cis-Alpha,4-Dimethylcyclohexanemethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% cis-isomer
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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