Description

1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring a cyclohexene ring substituted with both a carboxylic acid and a methyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex cyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for catalysts, ligands, and specialty polymers where the carboxylic acid functionality allows for further derivatization.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms, asymmetric synthesis, and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Potential use in creating novel monomers for specialty resins and coatings with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	184032-60-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid; 3-Methylcyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylic acid; 3-Methyl-1-cyclohexenecarboxylic acid; 1-Cyclohexenecarboxylic acid, 3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-1-cyclohexene carboxylic acid; 184032-60-8; 3-Methylcyclohex-1-enecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials and are properly sealed to maintain integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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