Description

4,4'-Bicyclohexanone is a high-purity, symmetrical diketone compound with the CAS number 23391-99-3. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its rigid, non-aromatic structure, making it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex, non-planar drug molecules and bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific steric properties.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for creating specialized polyketones, epoxy resins, and high-temperature polymers.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of novel chelating ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing musk analogs and other macrocyclic fragrance compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in organic electronics and as a building block for dendrimers and other nanostructured materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Bicyclohexanone
CAS No.	23391-99-3
Molecular Formula	C12H18O2
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Bicyclohexyl-4,4'-dione; 4,4'-Diketo-bicyclohexyl; 4,4'-Dioxo-bicyclohexyl; [1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4,4'-dione; 4,4'-Bis(cyclohexanone); p,p'-Diketo-dicyclohexyl; NSC 403714; BCHD
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Bicyclohexanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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 bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.