Description

Methyl 1-Benzyl-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a cyclohexanone core substituted with benzyl and methoxycarbonyl groups, making it a versatile and valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry, where its unique structure serves as a key intermediate for creating novel active molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of new therapeutic agents and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the multi-step synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research-scale and pilot-scale reactions to construct more complex molecular architectures due to its reactive ketone and ester functional groups.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and testing of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Utilized in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 1-Benzyl-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate
CAS No.	1196989-59-9
Molecular Formula	C15H18O3
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzyl-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1-benzyl-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate; 4-Oxo-1-benzylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-benzyl-4-oxo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 1-Benzyl-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.