Description

(1R,4R)-4-Methoxycyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity chiral building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific three-dimensional architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for creating stereochemically defined active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R,4R)-4-Methoxycyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	73873-61-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,4R)-4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; trans-4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; (1R,4R)-p-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid (trans-); 73873-61-7; (R,R)-4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-methoxy-, (1R,4R)-
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Quality Control

Our (1R,4R)-4-Methoxycyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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