Description

1-Bromomethyl-4-Methylcyclohexane is a versatile brominated cyclohexane derivative that serves as a valuable alkylating agent and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for introducing functionalized cyclohexyl moieties into target molecules, enabling the creation of complex chemical architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing functionalized cyclohexane rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the methylcyclohexane scaffold is required.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the bromomethyl-4-methylcyclohexyl group.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific musky or woody aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromomethyl-4-Methylcyclohexane
CAS No.	21857-32-9
Molecular Formula	C8H15Br
Molecular Weight	191.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylcyclohexylmethyl Bromide; (4-Methylcyclohexyl)methyl Bromide; p-Methylcyclohexylmethyl Bromide; trans-1-Bromomethyl-4-methylcyclohexane; Bromomethyl-4-methylcyclohexane; 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-methylcyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1-(bromomethyl)-4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromomethyl-4-Methylcyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and purity while monitoring key impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, and we support customer audits and regulatory documentation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity	1.25 - 1.35
Related Substances (GC)	Report on COA

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