Description

Cyclohexaneacetonitrile, 2-Acetyl-, trans- (9Ci) is a specialized chiral nitrile building block with a defined stereochemistry. This compound matters as a high-value intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in regulated industries, offering precise structural control. It is needed by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where biological activity is enantiomer-dependent.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multistep synthesis of complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential building block for novel polymers or liquid crystals with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexaneacetonitrile, 2-Acetyl-, trans- (9Ci)
CAS No.	101534-15-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO
Molecular Weight	165.23 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Acetylcyclohexaneacetonitrile; (1R,2R)-2-(2-Cyanoethyl)cyclohexyl methyl ketone; (1S,2S)-2-(2-Cyanoethyl)cyclohexyl methyl ketone; 2-(trans-2-Acetylcyclohexyl)acetonitrile; 2-Acetyl-trans-cyclohexaneacetonitrile; Cyclohexaneacetonitrile, 2-acetyl-, trans-; trans-2-Acetylcyclohexylacetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexaneacetonitrile, 2-Acetyl-, trans- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure identity, strength, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (NMR, IR, MS) are provided and available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de (diastereomeric excess)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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