Description

4-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a secondary alcohol functional group on a cyclohexyl-benzene scaffold. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a core structure for creating advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used to introduce hydroxyl and carboxyl functionalities into polymer chains to alter physical properties like adhesion, solubility, or cross-linking density.
• Chiral Auxiliary & Ligand Preparation: The chiral center on the cyclohexyl ring makes it useful for developing asymmetric catalysts and resolving agents.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Building block for the synthesis of modern, high-performance herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty esters or other derivatives used in formulations.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	5445-91-0
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)benzoic acid; 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)cyclohexanol; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-hydroxycyclohexyl)-; 4-(2-Hydroxy-cyclohexyl)-benzoic acid; (2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)benzoic acid; p-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)benzoic acid; 4-Carboxy-2'-hydroxybiphenyl (hydrogenated derivative); Cyclohexanol, 2-(4-carboxyphenyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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