Description

Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-3-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, single-enantiomer chiral building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry at the chiral center provides a critical handle for constructing complex molecules with high optical purity. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disease targets.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions, enabling high enantioselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex, optically active molecules in agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Process Chemistry Research: Employed in methodological studies and scale-up process development for chiral molecule production.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-3-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	192433-20-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12O3
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-Methyl-3-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; (R)-3-Oxo-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; (R)-Methyl 3-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate (acid form); (R)-3-Keto-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; (R)-3-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-methyl-; (R)-1-Methyl-3-oxocyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid; Optically active 1-methyl-3-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-3-Oxo-, (R)- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, NMR, and GC/MS to confirm identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.