Description

(4-Hydroxycyclohexyl) Acetate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and an acetate group on a cyclohexane ring, provides unique reactivity and solvency properties. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or modifier in the creation of sophisticated aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a plasticizer or co-monomer in specialty polymer formulations to alter flexibility and other physical properties.
• Organic Solvent & Reaction Medium: Employed as a polar aprotic solvent in various organic synthesis and purification processes.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in coatings, adhesives, and resin systems where its bifunctional nature can promote crosslinking.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Hydroxycyclohexyl) Acetate
CAS No.	68592-23-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetoxycyclohexanol; trans-4-Hydroxycyclohexyl Acetate; cis-4-Hydroxycyclohexyl Acetate; Cyclohexanol, 4-(acetyloxy)-; 4-Hydroxycyclohexyl acetate; Acetic acid 4-hydroxycyclohexyl ester; 4-(Acetyloxy)cyclohexanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Hydroxycyclohexyl) Acetate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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