Description

3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring a cyclohexene ring substituted with multiple hydroxyl groups and a carboxylic acid functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), natural product analogs, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the preparation of specialty chemicals, ligands, and catalysts.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymers, enhancing properties like biodegradability or hydrophilicity.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the research and synthesis of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: May be used in the development of specialty esters or derivatives with skin-conditioning properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	2306-23-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4,5-Trihydroxycyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-3,4,5-trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene; Shikimic acid derivative; 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexenecarboxylic acid; 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene carboxylic acid; Cyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-; 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexenecarboxylic acid (Shikimic acid analog)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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