Description

4-Cyclohexylacetoacetic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile organic ester building block, primarily valued for its role as a key intermediate in complex organic syntheses. Its structure makes it particularly useful for constructing cyclohexyl-containing frameworks, which are prevalent in various high-value chemical products. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a cyclohexyl moiety for biological activity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the cyclohexyl group contributes to efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on esterification, alkylation, and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or additives for polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyclohexylacetoacetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	51414-42-7
Molecular Formula	C11H18O3
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Cyclohexyl-3-oxobutanoate; Methyl 4-Cyclohexylacetoacetate; 3-Oxobutanoic Acid, 4-Cyclohexyl-, Methyl Ester; 4-Cyclohexyl-3-oxobutyric Acid Methyl Ester; Acetoacetic Acid, 4-Cyclohexyl-, Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyclohexylacetoacetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, residual solvents, and related substances is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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