Description

Cyclohexylacetyl Chloride 98 is a versatile and highly reactive acyl chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the cyclohexylacetyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules with specific steric and lipophilic properties. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients, intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a lipophilic cyclohexyl group for enhanced membrane permeability or receptor binding.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to manufacture herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the cyclohexyl ring contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Peptide Mimetics & Drug Discovery: Employed in medicinal chemistry to acylate amino groups, creating peptide analogs and novel small-molecule libraries for screening.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins with tailored properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for various fine chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced organic intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexylacetyl Chloride 98
CAS No.	23860-35-7
Molecular Formula	C8H13ClO
Molecular Weight	160.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexaneacetyl chloride; 2-Cyclohexylacetyl chloride; Cyclohexylacetic acid chloride; (Cyclohexylacetyl)chloride; Cyclohexylacetylchloride; Cyclohexylacetic chloride; α-Cyclohexylacetyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexylacetyl Chloride 98 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the specified 98% minimum purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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