Description

2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol is a high-purity, substituted cyclohexanol derivative valued for its unique steric and chemical properties. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for musky, woody, or amber odorants in fine perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable chiral auxiliary or protecting group agent in stereoselective synthesis and material science research.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty monomers, stabilizers, or plasticizers for high-performance polymers.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol
CAS No.	67634-11-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	170.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butyl-4-methylcyclohexanol; 4-Methyl-2-tert-butylcyclohexanol; 2-(tert-Butyl)-4-methylcyclohexanol; 2-tert-Butyl-4-methyl-1-cyclohexanol; Cyclohexanol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methyl-; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-methylcyclohexanol; Ambroxide precursor; Musk intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-Methylcyclohexan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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