Description

1-Trifluoromethyl-1-Cyclohexanol is a versatile fluorinated organic building block characterized by a cyclohexanol ring substituted with a trifluoromethyl group. This unique structure imparts valuable properties such as enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine moiety improves biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds for high-performance electronic displays.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine into polymer chains, enhancing chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry for constructing complex, fluorinated molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel fluorinated compounds in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Trifluoromethyl-1-Cyclohexanol
CAS No.	80768-55-4
Molecular Formula	C7H11F3O
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanemethanol; (Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexylmethanol; 1-Hydroxymethyl-1-(trifluoromethyl)cyclohexane; Cyclohexanol, 1-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanemethanol; Hexahydro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Trifluoromethyl-1-Cyclohexanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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