Description

4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is a versatile alicyclic aldehyde derivative that serves as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a hydroxyl group on a cyclohexane ring, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents, anti-inflammatory drugs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its cyclohexane scaffold provides structural diversity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, aroma chemicals, and flavorants, leveraging its aldehyde functionality for condensation and cyclization reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in asymmetric synthesis as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts, facilitating enantioselective transformations.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new C-C bond formation and stereoselective synthesis protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	578717-91-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarbaldehyde; 4-Formylcyclohexanol; 4-Hydroxy-1-cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-; 4-Hydroxycyclohexylcarboxaldehyde; 4-Hydroxycyclohexyl aldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-cyclohexanecarbaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-cyclohexylcarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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