Description

Methyl-2-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylate is a versatile organic ester building block prized for its reactive cyclohexene ring and ester functionality. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, serving as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex cyclic or terpenoid-like structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for creating specific terpene-derived aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition or functionalization studies in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-2-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	25662-38-8
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-1-cyclohexenecarboxylate; 2-Methyl-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Methylcyclohex-1-enecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methylcyclohex-1-enecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-2-Methyl-1-Cyclohexene-1-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer material suitable for research and industrial synthesis, with typical purity levels exceeding 95% (GC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.98 - 1.02

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