Description

1-Methyl-4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile cyclic keto acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structural features, combining a carboxylic acid group with a ketone on a substituted cyclohexane ring, make it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive carbonyl and carboxyl functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers where specific cyclic structures are required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies for novel organic transformations, including asymmetric hydrogenation and ring-closing metathesis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty resins and coatings with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	24463-41-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12O3
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 1-Methyl-4-oxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 4-Keto-1-methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; p-Oxo-m-toluic acid (derivative); NSC 163022; 1-Methyl-4-oxo-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 4-Oxo-1-methyl-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88°C - 92°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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