Description

(Z)-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable intermediate characterized by its specific geometric isomerism and functional ester group. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecular frameworks for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex therapeutic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for musky or woody aroma chemicals due to its cyclohexylidene structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming transformations in research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialized polymer applications.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development and calibration in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	30346-23-7
Molecular Formula	C11H18O2
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (Z)-3,3-Dimethyl-1-cyclohexylideneacetate; (Z)-Methyl 2-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)acetate; Methyl (3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)acetate (Z-isomer); 3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylideneacetic Acid Methyl Ester; NSC 334904; (Z)-3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylideneacetic acid methyl ester; (Z)-2-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)acetic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexylidene)Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-Isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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