Description

3-Cyclohexyl-3-Hydroxy-3-Phenylpropanoic Acid is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functional groups on a tertiary carbon, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents, anti-inflammatory drugs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and advanced material monomers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Valuable substrate for studying and developing new chiral catalysts and synthetic methodologies.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate laboratories for synthetic organic chemistry research and process development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Cyclohexyl-3-Hydroxy-3-Phenylpropanoic Acid
CAS No.	78620-93-6
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclohexyl-3-hydroxy-3-phenylpropionic acid; β-Cyclohexyl-β-hydroxy-β-phenylpropionic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-3-cyclohexyl-3-phenylpropanoic acid; 78620-93-6; NSC 163045; 3-Phenyl-3-cyclohexyl-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; 3-Cyclohexyl-3-phenyl-3-hydroxypropionic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclohexyl-3-Hydroxy-3-Phenylpropanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, 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 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 to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.