Description

trans-4-tert-Pentylcyclohexanol is a high-purity, stereochemically defined cyclohexanol derivative. This compound serves as a valuable chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined spatial configuration which is critical for producing enantiomerically pure products. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for applications requiring precise stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for musky or woody odorants and flavorants in high-end perfumery and flavor creation.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of chiral dopants and components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in asymmetric synthesis, including hydrogenation and cyclization reactions, as a chiral auxiliary or ligand precursor.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce bulky, hydrophobic side chains into polymers to modify physical properties like glass transition temperature and solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-4-tert-Pentylcyclohexanol
CAS No.	20698-30-0
Molecular Formula	C11H22O
Molecular Weight	170.29 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)cyclohexanol; 4-tert-Pentylcyclohexanol, trans-; (1r,4r)-4-(2-Methylbutan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-ol; 4-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)cyclohexanol; NSC 403714; p-tert-Pentylcyclohexanol; 4-(2-Methyl-2-butyl)cyclohexanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our trans-4-tert-Pentylcyclohexanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% trans-isomer
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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