Description

2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-One, 3-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxyacetyl)-4,4,6-Trimethyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound with a unique cyclic dienone structure functionalized with hydroxyl and hydroxyacetyl groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical development and agrochemical innovation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex heterocyclic or sterically hindered target molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive dienone core.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments where its specific substitution pattern is required.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and catalysis research due to its challenging and functionalized structure.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-One, 3-Hydroxy-2-(Hydroxyacetyl)-4,4,6-Trimethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	474942-43-3
Molecular Formula	C11H16O4
Molecular Weight	212.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxyacetyl)-4,4,6-trimethyl-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; 4,4,6-Trimethyl-3-hydroxy-2-(hydroxyacetyl)-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; 2-(Hydroxyacetyl)-3-hydroxy-4,4,6-trimethyl-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; Trimethylhydroxyhydroxyacetylcyclohexadienone
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet your project's specific requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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