Description

(1S,2S)-2-Methoxycyclohexanol, Chipros™, 99% Ee 98 is a high-purity, chiral building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and high enantiomeric excess make it a critical intermediate for producing optically active pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality chiral synthons.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or starting material in stereoselective reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Valuable scaffold for synthesizing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where optical purity is paramount.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A standard reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1S,2S)-2-Methoxycyclohexanol, Chipros™, 99% Ee 98
CAS No.	134108-68-2
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,2S)-2-Methoxycyclohexan-1-ol; (1S,2S)-2-Methoxy-1-cyclohexanol; trans-2-Methoxycyclohexanol; (-)-trans-2-Methoxycyclohexanol; Chipros™ Brand (1S,2S)-2-Methoxycyclohexanol; Chiral 2-Methoxycyclohexanol; Optically active 2-Methoxycyclohexanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our (1S,2S)-2-Methoxycyclohexanol is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, to ensure it meets the specified 99% chemical purity and 98% enantiomeric excess (Ee). Our quality management system ensures traceability and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, chiral purity, and residual solvent levels is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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