Description

4-(Benzyloxy)Cyclohexanamine is a versatile organic building block featuring both a protected amine and a benzyl ether functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced materials. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• As a crucial chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drugs.
• Building block for the development of novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Precursor in the research and production of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides with specific stereochemistry.
• Intermediate for the synthesis of liquid crystals and other advanced organic materials.
• Starting material in academic and industrial organic chemistry research for constructing complex amine-containing scaffolds.
• Used in the development of protease inhibitors and other biologically active compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzyloxy)Cyclohexanamine
CAS No.	160357-83-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₉NO
Molecular Weight	205.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Benzyloxy)cyclohexanamine; 4-(Phenylmethoxy)cyclohexanamine; Cyclohexanamine, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-; trans-4-(Benzyloxy)cyclohexylamine; 4-(Benzyloxy)-1-cyclohexanamine; 4-(Benzyloxy)cyclohexylamine; 4-(Benzyloxy)cyclohexaneamine; 4-(Benzyloxy)cyclohexan-1-amine
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Benzyloxy)Cyclohexanamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (enantiomeric excess)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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