Description

3-Methyl-6-(1-Methylvinyl)Cyclohex-2-En-1-Ol is a monoterpenoid alcohol with a complex cyclohexene structure featuring a hydroxyl group and an isopropenyl substituent. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the creation of more complex fragrance molecules and pharmaceutical precursors. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries for its unique structural properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of complex terpenoid-based aroma chemicals and natural product analogs.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a chiral building block or intermediate in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions due to its conjugated diene system.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized, bioactive compounds for crop protection.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying terpene chemistry and reactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: A precursor for high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals used in various advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-6-(1-Methylvinyl)Cyclohex-2-En-1-Ol
CAS No.	491-05-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclohexen-1-ol, 3-methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-; 6-Isopropenyl-3-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-ol; 3-Methyl-6-isopropenyl-2-cyclohexen-1-ol; 3-Methyl-6-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-2-en-1-ol; NSC 66487; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-ol (related isomer)
EINECS	207-741-3

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-6-(1-Methylvinyl)Cyclohex-2-En-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, impurities, and physical parameters are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening sealed containers to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.