Description

4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Diol,4-Methyl-1-(1-Methylethyl)-,(1S,3S)-(9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined diol derivative of p-menthane, serving as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and functional group array make it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with specific spatial orientations. This compound is particularly relevant for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical for developing active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of terpene-based therapeutics and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry for optimal biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals, flavors, and fragrance compounds derived from the p-menthane skeleton.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Development: Employed in academic and industrial research to develop new chiral ligands and organocatalysts for stereoselective transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the creation of novel polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties derived from its cyclohexene diol structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Diol,4-Methyl-1-(1-Methylethyl)-,(1S,3S)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	499155-91-8
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,3S)-4-Methyl-1-(1-methylethyl)-4-cyclohexene-1,3-diol; (1S,3S)-p-Menth-4-ene-1,3-diol; (1S,3S)-4-Isopropyl-1-methyl-4-cyclohexene-1,3-diol; cis-p-Menth-4-ene-1,3-diol (stereospecific); 4-Cyclohexene-1,3-diol, 4-methyl-1-(1-methylethyl)-, (1S,3S)-; Terpene diol derivative; Chiral cyclohexenediol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Diol,4-Methyl-1-(1-Methylethyl)-,(1S,3S)-(9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (1S,3S)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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