Description

2-(1-Hydroxy-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexanol is a versatile cyclohexanol derivative with a tertiary alcohol and a tertiary hydroxyl-substituted alkyl side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemical and functional properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of sophisticated musk compounds and other aroma chemicals due to its stable, substituted cyclohexane backbone.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a chiral building block or intermediate in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its functional groups for further chemical modifications.
• Agrochemicals: Acts as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motifs contribute to biological activity.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized plasticizers, stabilizers, or cross-linking agents for polymer systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories as a starting material for complex natural product synthesis and methodological studies.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential use in the synthesis of emollients or other functional ingredients for personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Hydroxy-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexanol
CAS No.	138663-70-4
Molecular Formula	C11H22O2
Molecular Weight	186.29 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-(2-hydroxypropan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-ol; 2-(1-Hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanol; 5-Methyl-2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol; 2-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-5-methylcyclohexanol; Cyclohexanol, 2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-5-methyl-; (1R,2R,5S)-2-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-5-methylcyclohexan-1-ol (stereoisomer); (1S,2S,5R)-2-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-5-methylcyclohexan-1-ol (stereoisomer)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Hydroxy-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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