Description

Methyl 1-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate is a versatile bifunctional building block, combining a reactive bromomethyl group with a methyl ester moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists for constructing cyclic frameworks and introducing functional handles for further derivatization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in medicinal chemistry for lead optimization and in academic research for constructing complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts with tailored steric and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 1-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate
CAS No.	1195430-98-8
Molecular Formula	C10H17BrO2
Molecular Weight	249.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (1-bromomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylate; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; 1-(Bromomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1-(bromomethyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 1-(Bromomethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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