Description

n-[4-(-Carboxycyclohexylmethyl)]Maleimide is a high-purity, functionalized maleimide derivative characterized by its reactive double bond and carboxylic acid group. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers, cross-linking agents, and specialty materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular design and controlled reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug conjugates, particularly for targeted drug delivery systems.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linker for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability, mechanical properties, or specific functional groups.
• Bioconjugation Reagent: Utilized for labeling proteins, antibodies, or other biomolecules via reactions with thiol or amine groups, enabling diagnostics and bioassay development.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Incorporated into high-performance adhesives and coatings to improve cure rates, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for developing novel organic frameworks, dendrimers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules via Diels-Alder or Michael addition reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-[4-(-Carboxycyclohexylmethyl)]Maleimide
CAS No.	64987-82-2
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Maleimidomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-(4-Carboxycyclohexyl)methyl-1H-pyrrole-2,5-dione; 4-(2,5-Dioxo-2,5-dihydro-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; N-(4-Carboxycyclohexylmethyl)maleimide; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-[(2,5-dihydro-2,5-dioxo-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)methyl]-; Maleimide, N-[4-(carboxycyclohexyl)methyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-[4-(-Carboxycyclohexylmethyl)]Maleimide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent product degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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