Description

Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, 2-Hydroxy-3,3-Dimethyl-, (1S,2R)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, chiral aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex, optically active molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring sophisticated chiral synthons for drug discovery, flavor & fragrance development, and specialty chemical manufacturing will find this product essential. Its defined stereochemistry at the (1S,2R) configuration provides a critical handle for constructing molecules with high enantiomeric purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral precursor for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in therapeutic areas requiring high stereochemical fidelity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereoisomers exhibit enhanced biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating complex, natural-identical aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing novel organic frameworks and functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile synthon for custom synthesis and contract manufacturing of specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, 2-Hydroxy-3,3-Dimethyl-, (1S,2R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	600726-40-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,2R)-2-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanecarbaldehyde; (1S,2R)-2-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, (1S,2R)-; (1S,2R)-2-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; Chiral Hydroxy Dimethyl Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; (1S,2R)-Isomer of 2-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanecarbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, 2-Hydroxy-3,3-Dimethyl-, (1S,2R)- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (1S,2R)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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