Description

4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile cyclic keto acid that serves as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a ketone functional group on a cyclohexane ring, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chiral centers.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules, including ligands, catalysts, and specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the research and production of advanced polymeric materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological development and chemical research within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	874-61-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ketocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Carboxy-4-oxocyclohexane; 4-Oxo-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Oxocyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid; Cyclohexanone-4-carboxylic Acid; p-Ketocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Carboxycyclohexanone; NSC 163063
EINECS	212-854-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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