Description

2-(2-Butynyl)Cyclohexanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclohexanone ring substituted with a 2-butynyl group, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, combining ketone functionality with an alkyne moiety, provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex alkyne-containing scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural features can contribute to new modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for cyclization reactions, cross-coupling, and other transformations to create complex heterocycles and functionalized compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other advanced organic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific musk or woody odorant molecules due to its ketone and hydrocarbon structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Butynyl)Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	54166-48-2
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(But-2-yn-1-yl)cyclohexan-1-one; 2-(2-Butyn-1-yl)cyclohexanone; Cyclohexanone, 2-(2-butynyl)-; 1-Cyclohexanone, 2-(2-butynyl)-; 2-But-2-ynylcyclohexanone
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our standard grade for 2-(2-Butynyl)Cyclohexanone typically meets a purity specification of ≥95% (by GC or HPLC), but custom purities are available. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for manufacturing and can provide regulatory support documentation as required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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