Description

4-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclohexanol is a versatile fluorinated organic intermediate characterized by a cyclohexanol backbone substituted with a trifluoromethyl group. This unique structure imparts valuable properties such as enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it a critical building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various organic transformations, including oxidation, esterification, and etherification reactions to create complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties such as solvent resistance, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D exploring new fluorination chemistry and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclohexanol
CAS No.	30129-18-1
Molecular Formula	C7H11F3O
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexan-1-ol; alpha,alpha,α-Trifluoro-p-tolylcarbinol (cyclic form); 1-Hydroxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-1-cyclohexanol; Cyclohexanol, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-; p-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Cyclohexanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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