Description

(R)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone is a chiral, non-racemic organic compound belonging to the class of substituted cyclohexanones. This enantiomerically pure building block is of significant value in asymmetric synthesis and pharmaceutical research, where stereochemical control is paramount. It serves as a critical chiral synthon for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or chiral auxiliary in stereoselective reactions, including alkylations, aldol condensations, and reductions.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of chiral pesticides and herbicides where the biological activity is enantiomer-dependent.
• Fine Chemical Production: A valuable building block for creating complex, optically active molecules for flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & R&D: Utilized in methodological studies and the discovery of new catalytic asymmetric processes in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone
CAS No.	187456-43-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Methoxycyclohexan-1-one; (R)-2-Methoxy-1-cyclohexanone; (2R)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone; (+)-(R)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone; Optically active 2-Methoxycyclohexanone; (R)-(-)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone; Chiral 2-Methoxycyclohexanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R)-2-Methoxycyclohexanone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) determination, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and purity assessment. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation [α]	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.