Description

4α-tert-Butylcyclohexane-1β-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, stereochemically defined organic ester used as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the precise spatial orientation of its functional groups, which is essential for creating molecules with specific biological activity or material properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance sectors for developing 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 stereoselective synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry impacts efficacy and environmental profile.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing musky, woody, or amber notes in high-value perfumery and flavor compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Investigated as a component or intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a model substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research for developing new synthetic methodologies and asymmetric catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4α-tert-Butylcyclohexane-1β-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	7214-35-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	212.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-tert-butylcyclohexanecarboxylate; Ethyl 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylate; 4-tert-Butylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; trans-4-tert-Butylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-tert-Butyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl trans-4-tert-butylcyclohexane-1-carboxylate; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Our 4α-tert-Butylcyclohexane-1β-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (trans-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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