Description

(4-Oxo-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile cyclic keto ester intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive ketone and an ester group, which makes it a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with cyclohexane-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic laboratories for the construction of complex molecules, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable starting material for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Oxo-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	66405-41-2
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (4-oxocyclohexyl)acetate; 4-Oxocyclohexaneacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-oxocyclohexylacetate; (4-Oxocyclohexyl)acetic acid methyl ester; 4-Ketocyclohexylacetic acid methyl ester; Cyclohexanone-4-acetic acid methyl ester; 1-Carbomethoxymethyl-4-oxocyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our (4-Oxo-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and reproducible synthetic results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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