Description

Methyl 1-Methylcyclohex-3-Ene-1-Carboxylate is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a functionalized cyclohexene ring, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides a versatile platform for constructing complex molecules, offering chemists a handle for further functionalization and ring-opening reactions. This compound is primarily sought by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors, for use in developing novel active ingredients and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex carbocyclic frameworks.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, including fragrances, flavors, and advanced materials, where its ester and olefin functionalities allow for diverse chemical transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that utilize modified cycloalkane structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological chemistry research, catalysis studies, and process development for exploring new synthetic routes.
• Polymer Science: Investigated as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties derived from its alicyclic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 1-Methylcyclohex-3-Ene-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	6493-80-7
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1-methyl-3-cyclohexenecarboxylate; 1-Methylcyclohex-3-ene-1-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 1-methyl-δ³-cyclohexenecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 1-Methylcyclohex-3-Ene-1-Carboxylate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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