Description

trans-4-Ethylcyclohexanemethanol is a high-purity, versatile cycloaliphatic alcohol derivative, valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it crucial for producing compounds with specific spatial configurations and enhanced material properties. This chemical is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing stereospecific drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific isomer configurations for optimal efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Additive: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials, influencing thermal stability and optical properties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing novel aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with complex, stable scent profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent in asymmetric synthesis, hydrogenation reactions, and the creation of complex natural product analogs.
• Crosslinking Agent & Modifier: Utilized in epoxy resin systems and other thermosetting polymers to modify flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-4-Ethylcyclohexanemethanol
CAS No.	75839-86-0
Molecular Formula	C9H18O
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Ethylcyclohexylmethanol; (trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)methanol; 4-Ethylcyclohexanemethanol, trans-; 4-Ethylcyclohexylcarbinol; 1-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)methanol; NSC 403120; (1R,4S)-4-Ethylcyclohexylmethanol; (1S,4R)-4-Ethylcyclohexylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our trans-4-Ethylcyclohexanemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC/HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans-)	≥ 98.0% (by GC/HPLC)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.468 - 1.472
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920

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