Description

cis-2-(3,4-Methylenedioxybenzoyl)Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid CAS NO 131779-79-8 is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclohexane carboxylic acid core substituted with a 3,4-methylenedioxybenzoyl group. This molecule serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in creating chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	cis-2-(3,4-Methylenedioxybenzoyl)Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	131779-79-8
Molecular Formula	C15H16O5
Molecular Weight	276.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(3,4-Methylenedioxy)benzoyl]cyclohexanecarboxylic acid (cis-); cis-2-(3,4-(Methylenedioxy)benzoyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-2-(3,4-methylenedioxybenzoyl)cyclohexane; 2-(Benzo[d][1,3]dioxole-5-carbonyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; MDBCA; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of cis-2-(3,4-Methylenedioxybenzoyl)Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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