Description

(4,4-Dimethyl-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid is a specialized organic acid featuring a cyclohexyl backbone with geminal dimethyl and acetic acid functional groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications requiring precise steric and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its lipophilic character can influence bioavailability.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for creating synthetic musk analogs or other odorants with modified volatility and tenacity profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Additives: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystalline materials to alter phase behavior and physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclization reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, or as a sterically hindered acid catalyst.
• Advanced Material Research: Functions as a building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or other supramolecular structures due to its potential for functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4,4-Dimethyl-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	681448-25-9
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethylcyclohexaneacetic Acid; (4,4-Dimethylcyclohexyl)acetic Acid; 2-(4,4-Dimethylcyclohexyl)acetic Acid; NSC 405124; 681448-25-9; 4,4-Dimethyl-1-cyclohexaneacetic Acid; 4,4-Dimethylcyclohexylacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4,4-Dimethyl-Cyclohexyl)-Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments but should be handled with standard laboratory precautions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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