Description

4-Aminocyclohexanecarbonitrile Hydrochloride is a high-purity, functionalized cyclohexane derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of an amine group and a nitrile functionality on the cyclohexane scaffold, enabling diverse chemical transformations for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of central nervous system (CNS) drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Aminocyclohexanecarbonitrile Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1303968-08-2
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClN2
Molecular Weight	160.64 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Aminocyclohexanecarbonitrile hydrochloride; 4-Aminocyclohexanecarbonitrile HCl; 4-Cyano-1-cyclohexanamine hydrochloride; 1-Amino-4-cyanocyclohexane hydrochloride; 4-Aminocyclohexyl cyanide hydrochloride; 4-Cyano-cyclohexylamine hydrochloride; Cyclohexanecarbonitrile, 4-amino-, hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Aminocyclohexanecarbonitrile Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 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.