Description

cis-2-[2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Oxoethyl]Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived organic compound featuring a cyclohexane carboxylic acid core substituted with a 3-methoxyphenyl ketone moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its complex substituted cyclohexane structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used as a sophisticated building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer additives.
• Organic Chemistry Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis, cyclization reactions, and ketone chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid and ketone functional groups provide handles for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for creating novel organic frameworks or monomers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2-[2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Oxoethyl]Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	736136-33-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₀O₄
Molecular Weight	276.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-oxoethyl]cyclohexanecarboxylic acid (cis-); cis-2-(2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-oxoethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; (1R,2S)-rel-2-[2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-oxoethyl]cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 2-[2-(3-methoxyphenyl)-2-oxoethyl]-, cis-; A potential intermediate for Pregablin synthesis.
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Quality Control

Every batch of cis-2-[2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Oxoethyl]Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent isomeric composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (cis- isomer)	≥ 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.