Description

4-(2-Hydroxy-Ethyl)-Cyclohexanone is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a ketone and a primary alcohol group on a cyclohexane ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by industries focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers for creating high-value, performance-driven end products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydroxyl functionality, enhancing the adhesion, flexibility, and chemical resistance of coatings, inks, and epoxy resins.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for musk and other cyclic fragrance compounds, contributing to long-lasting scent profiles.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex natural products and novel molecular architectures via reactions at both functional groups.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential intermediate for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies and advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Hydroxy-Ethyl)-Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	32863-01-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)cyclohexanone; 2-(4-Oxocyclohexyl)ethanol; 4-(β-Hydroxyethyl)cyclohexanone; 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)cyclohexan-1-one; 4-Oxocyclohexaneethanol; NSC 403714; (4-Oxocyclohexyl)ethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Hydroxy-Ethyl)-Cyclohexanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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