Description

4-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile alicyclic carboxylic acid derivative valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structural features, including the methyl-substituted cyclohexane ring, make it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemical and physical properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chiral or conformationally constrained carboxylic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its lipophilic character can enhance bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Employed as a starting material for the synthesis of musky or woody aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for introducing the 4-methylcyclohexyl group into target molecules via esterification, amidation, or reduction reactions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Utilized in the development of specialty corrosion inhibitors for industrial cooling and process water systems.
• Research & Development: A key material in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	4331-54-8
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 4-Methylcyclohexylcarboxylic acid; 4-Methylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid; p-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-methyl-; Hexahydro-p-toluic acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	224-389-2

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and identity specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting the results for all critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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