Description

1-Cyclohexylbutane-1,2-Diol is a specialized diol compound with a unique cyclohexyl-substituted butane backbone. This structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its stereochemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a monomer or chain extender to introduce rigidity and specific functional groups into specialty polyesters and polyurethanes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic synthesis and stereochemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyclohexylbutane-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	70289-26-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclohexyl-1,2-butanediol; (±)-1-Cyclohexylbutane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Butanediol, 1-cyclohexyl-; Butane-1,2-diol, 1-cyclohexyl-; NSC 163080; 1-Cyclohexyl-1,2-dihydroxybutane; rac-1-Cyclohexylbutane-1,2-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Cyclohexylbutane-1,2-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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