Description

1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a unique cyclohexanone-carboxylic acid core substituted with a tert-butylphenyl group. This compound matters as a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering precise structural control for downstream chemistry. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, functionalized structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of high-value, complex fine chemicals and custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1385694-58-5
Molecular Formula	C17H22O3
Molecular Weight	274.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-1-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-oxocyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid; 4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Oxo-1-(4-tert-butylphenyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1385694-58-5; tert-Butylphenyl Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP and ISO standards where applicable.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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