Description

2-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylicacid is a versatile cyclic keto acid derivative, serving as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both carboxylic acid and ketone functionalities into molecular frameworks, enabling the construction of complex, high-value compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with cyclic or constrained structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific cyclic acid motifs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers where precise molecular architecture is required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on asymmetric synthesis and ring transformations.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymeric materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylicacid
CAS No.	18709-01-8
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 2-Oxo-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-2-cyclohexanone; 2-Ketocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; Cyclohexanone-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxycyclohexanone; 2-Oxohexahydrobenzoic acid; Ketohexahydrobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylicacid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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