Description

Chloroacetic Acid 4-Isopropylcyclohexyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derived from chloroacetic acid and 4-isopropylcyclohexanol, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both the reactive chloroacetyl group and a bulky, lipophilic cyclohexyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of compounds with tailored properties. This makes it a critical reagent for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring lipophilic character for membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and performance additives.
• Polymer Modification: Can be employed to functionalize polymers, introducing reactive sites or altering physical properties like solubility and glass transition temperature.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in esterification and acylation reactions in research laboratories for creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Chloroacetic Acid 4-Isopropylcyclohexyl Ester
CAS No.	64046-45-3
Molecular Formula	C11H19ClO2
Molecular Weight	218.72 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isopropylcyclohexyl Chloroacetate; Chloroacetic Acid 4-(1-Methylethyl)cyclohexyl Ester; (4-Isopropylcyclohexyl) 2-chloroacetate; 2-Chloroacetic Acid 4-Isopropylcyclohexyl Ester; NSC 163063
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Quality Control

Our Chloroacetic Acid 4-Isopropylcyclohexyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Every lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is a strong acid/organic solvent; handle with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.15

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