Description

Methyl 4-Cyano-3-Cyclohexecarboxylate is a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a cyano and an ester group on a cyclohexane ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing specific stereochemical requirements.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its cyclohexane-based scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for creating specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new catalytic and synthetic transformations in organic chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or additive for creating advanced polymers and liquid crystalline materials with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Cyano-3-Cyclohexecarboxylate
CAS No.	20594-59-6
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-cyano-3-cyclohexanecarboxylate; 3-Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-cyano-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyanocyclohexane-3-carboxylate; 4-Cyano-3-methoxycarbonylcyclohexane; 20594-59-6; Methyl 4-cyano-3-cyclohexanecarboxylate (cis/trans mixture)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-Cyano-3-Cyclohexecarboxylate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.