Description

Ketone, 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexyl Methyl (5Ci) is a functionalized cyclohexyl ketone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex stereocenters.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific spatial orientation of functional groups is critical for bioactivity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals and flavor compounds with specific olfactory profiles.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to achieve high enantioselectivity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new reaction pathways and synthetic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ketone, 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexyl Methyl (5Ci)
CAS No.	658698-99-8
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylcyclohexyl methyl ketone; 2,2-Dimethyl-1-(1-oxoethyl)cyclohexanol; 1-(1-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylcyclohexyl)ethanone; Methyl (1-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylcyclohexyl) ketone; 2,2-Dimethyl-1-acetylcyclohexanol; 1-Acetyl-2,2-dimethylcyclohexanol; (1-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylcyclohexyl)methyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our Ketone, 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylcyclohexyl Methyl (5Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.