Description

Dimethyl 2-Hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-Dicarboxylate is a versatile chiral building block and synthetic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized cyclohexane ring structure, which serves as a key precursor for the production of complex pharmaceutical compounds and advanced materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and high-value intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized cyclohexane scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2-Hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	42286-73-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16O5
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-dicarboxylate; 1,3-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, dimethyl ester; 2-Hydroxy-1,3-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 2-hydroxy-1,3-cyclohexanedicarboxylate; Methyl 2-hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-dicarboxylate; 2-Hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2-Hydroxycyclohexane-1,3-Dicarboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
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.