Description

1-Ethyl-4,4-Difluorocyclohexane-1-Carboxxylic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated carboxylic acid derivative, valued for its unique structural motif that combines a cyclohexane ring with fluorine and ethyl substituents. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a fluorinated component in the production of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine atoms into polymer chains, improving chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions at the carboxylic acid group.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial research exploring the effects of fluorination on molecular properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-4,4-Difluorocyclohexane-1-Carboxxylic Acid
CAS No.	1389315-01-8
Molecular Formula	C9H14F2O2
Molecular Weight	192.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Difluoro-1-ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Ethyl-4,4-difluorocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Carboxy-1-ethyl-4,4-difluorocyclohexane; 1389315-01-8; 4,4-Difluoro-1-ethyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Ethyl-4,4-difluoro-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Ethyl-4,4-Difluorocyclohexane-1-Carboxxylic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against comprehensive specifications, including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its carboxylic acid nature and fluoride content, ensure proper containment to avoid moisture absorption and contact with reactive surfaces.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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