Description

1-Ethoxymethyl-4-Methylenecyclohexane is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclohexane ring substituted with both an ethoxymethyl and a methylene group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical research and development teams seeking to innovate in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring functionalized cyclohexane scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and advanced materials where its specific reactivity is advantageous.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures through various coupling and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethoxymethyl-4-Methylenecyclohexane
CAS No.	54244-88-1
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylenecyclohexylmethyl ethyl ether; (4-Methylenecyclohexyl)methanol ethyl ether; Ethyl (4-methylenecyclohexyl)methyl ether; 1-Ethoxymethyl-4-methylidenecyclohexane; 4-(Ethoxymethyl)-1-methylidenecyclohexane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethoxymethyl-4-Methylenecyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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