Description

trans-1-Butyl-4-Phenylcyclohexane is a high-purity, synthetically derived cyclohexane derivative featuring a specific trans-configuration of its substituents. This precise stereochemistry is critical for its performance as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries where structural specificity dictates product efficacy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, lipophilic cyclohexyl core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where its structural motif can enhance bioavailability and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or additive in the production of advanced electronic display materials, contributing to thermal stability and mesomorphic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a comonomer or plasticizer additive to modify the flexibility, glass transition temperature, and chemical resistance of engineering plastics.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as a stable intermediate for creating complex aromatic compounds with woody or amber notes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in asymmetric hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions as a substrate to study steric and electronic effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-1-Butyl-4-Phenylcyclohexane
CAS No.	61203-95-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₄
Molecular Weight	216.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenyl-1-trans-butylcyclohexane; trans-4-Phenyl-1-butylcyclohexane; 1-trans-Butyl-4-phenylcyclohexane; (trans)-1-Butyl-4-phenylcyclohexane; 4-Phenyl-trans-1-butylcyclohexane; Butylphenylcyclohexane (trans isomer); NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Every batch of trans-1-Butyl-4-Phenylcyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and isomeric consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (trans)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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