Description

[S,(-)]-4-Methyl-4-Phenyl-2-Cyclohexene-1-One is a high-purity, chiral cyclohexenone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of complex, biologically active molecules. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise stereochemistry is paramount for creating enantiomerically pure products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Used as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of novel asymmetric catalytic reactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of chiral agrochemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor for chiral polymers or advanced organic materials with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[S,(-)]-4-Methyl-4-Phenyl-2-Cyclohexene-1-One
CAS No.	53834-74-5
Molecular Formula	C13H14O
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(4S)-4-Methyl-4-phenylcyclohex-2-en-1-one; (-)-4-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one; (S)-(-)-4-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-cyclohexenone; (S)-4-Methyl-4-phenylcyclohex-2-enone; 4-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one, (S)-(-)-; L-4-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one; (S)-4-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [S,(-)]-4-Methyl-4-Phenyl-2-Cyclohexene-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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