Description

1-Cyclohexyl-1-Methylethyl Isobutyrate is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its unique steric profile and hydrophobic character. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring bulky, lipophilic ester groups to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for producing advanced crop protection agents, such as fungicides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to product efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Employed as a precursor or a modifier in the creation of sophisticated, long-lasting woody or amber olfactory notes in perfumery.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a specialty monomer or plasticizer additive to alter the flexibility, solubility, and glass transition temperature of engineered polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a protecting group or a starting material in multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules in research laboratories.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive: Utilized as a high-performance additive to improve the viscosity index and thermal stability of synthetic lubricants and specialty fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyclohexyl-1-Methylethyl Isobutyrate
CAS No.	63574-03-8
Molecular Formula	C14H26O2
Molecular Weight	226.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Isobutyric Acid 1-Cyclohexyl-1-Methylethyl Ester; (1-Cyclohexyl-1-methylethyl) 2-methylpropanoate; tert-Cyclohexyl Isobutyrate; α-Cumyl Cyclohexyl Isobutyrate; 2-Methylpropanoic Acid (1-Cyclohexyl-1-methylethyl) Ester; Cyclohexyl-tert-butyl Isobutyrate; 1-(1-Cyclohexyl-1-methylethyl) 2-methylpropanoate
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Cyclohexyl-1-Methylethyl Isobutyrate adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch release testing. Each lot is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, with purity typically exceeding 98.0% (by GC). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality standards.

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, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.930 g/mL

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