Description

4-Formyl-1-Methyl-Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile and synthetically valuable cyclohexane derivative, serving as a key chiral building block and advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both formyl and ester functional groups, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules with high stereochemical control. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry for optimal activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty flavors due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new cyclization and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Formyl-1-Methyl-Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1965309-11-8
Molecular Formula	C10H16O3
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-formyl-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylate; 1-Methyl-4-formylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Formyl-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid methyl ester; (4-Formyl-1-methyl-cyclohexyl)-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1-methyl-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate (tautomer); 1-Methylcyclohexane-4-carboxaldehyde-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Formyl-1-Methyl-Cyclohexanecarboxylate Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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