Description

4-Dichloromethyl-4-Methyl-2,5-Cyclohexadienone is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive dichloromethyl group on a cyclohexadienone scaffold. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the construction of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring functionalized cyclohexane or aromatic ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where the dichloromethyl group acts as a reactive handle.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological chemistry for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and cycloadditions.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Dichloromethyl-4-Methyl-2,5-Cyclohexadienone
CAS No.	6611-78-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	191.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dichloromethyl)-4-methyl-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; 4-Methyl-4-(dichloromethyl)-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; 2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-one, 4-(dichloromethyl)-4-methyl-; p-Quinone methide, α,α-dichloro-p-xylene derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Dichloromethyl-4-Methyl-2,5-Cyclohexadienone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and process chemistry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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