Description

4-Isopropyl-4-Methylcyclohex-2-Enone is a specialized cyclic enone compound with a unique sterically hindered structure. This molecular framework makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific spatial configurations. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor or scaffold in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring complex cyclohexane-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its substituted cyclohexenone core is incorporated into the active molecule.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for synthesizing terpenoid-like aroma chemicals and specialty odorants, leveraging its isopropyl and methyl substituents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other carbon-carbon bond forming transformations to create novel organic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers or advanced organic materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Isopropyl-4-Methylcyclohex-2-Enone
CAS No.	35161-12-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isopropyl-4-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one; 4-Methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-one; 4-Isopropyl-4-methylcyclohex-2-en-1-one; p-Isopropyl-p-methyl-δ²-cyclohexenone
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Isopropyl-4-Methylcyclohex-2-Enone adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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