Description

cis-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile, high-purity chiral building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it provides a defined stereochemical center, enabling the creation of complex molecules with precise spatial orientation. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and chiral ligand preparation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating stereochemically defined drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological activity and environmental safety.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands, auxiliaries, and catalysts used in enantioselective reactions to produce single-isomer products.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances that require high stereochemical purity.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new synthetic routes and reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for synthesizing polymers with specific chiral or structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7076-91-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S)-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; (1S,2R)-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; cis-2-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, cis-; Hexahydro-o-toluic Acid, cis-; NSC 163045; (cis)-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% cis-isomer
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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