Description

Ethyl 3-Oxocyclohexane-1-Carboxylate is a versatile cyclic keto ester, serving as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce functionalized cyclohexane rings, which are core structural motifs in numerous high-value compounds. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane or decalin ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents that require complex alicyclic structures.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals where the keto ester functionality enables further transformations.
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds via asymmetric synthesis or resolution techniques.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Oxocyclohexane-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	33668-25-6
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylate; 3-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Ketocyclohexanecarboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-3-cyclohexanone; Ethyl Cyclohexanone-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbethoxycyclohexanone; NSC 163044
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Oxocyclohexane-1-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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