Description

1,4-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dicarboxylic Acid is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of dicarboxylic acids derived from a cyclohexadiene backbone. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its unsaturated ring structure. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic structures.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalytic systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a critical reagent for chemical research in universities and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	610-13-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8O4
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid; 1,2-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid; 1,4-Dihydrophthalic acid; 4-Cyclohexene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid; NSC 403697; 1,2-Dicarboxy-1,4-cyclohexadiene; 1,4-Dihydro-1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid
EINECS	210-218-4

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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