Description

Potassium 4-Chloro-2-Cyclohexylphenolate is a specialized organometallic salt primarily used as a high-performance intermediate and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique reactivity profile, offering a stable, soluble source of the phenolate anion for demanding chemical transformations. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring the introduction of a substituted phenolic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the cyclohexylphenol structure is integral to biological activity.
• Polymerization Catalyst/Co-catalyst: Serves as an efficient catalyst or initiator component in the production of specialty polymers, including polycarbonates and epoxy resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a nucleophile or base in various coupling reactions, alkylations, and arylations under mild conditions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a critical intermediate in the manufacture of advanced electronic and display materials.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Used in the formulation of high-performance additives where phenolic antioxidants and detergents are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 4-Chloro-2-Cyclohexylphenolate
CAS No.	85204-39-3
Molecular Formula	C12H14ClOK
Molecular Weight	248.79 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 4-chloro-2-cyclohexylphenoxide; 4-Chloro-2-cyclohexylphenol potassium salt; 2-Cyclohexyl-4-chlorophenol potassium derivative; Phenol, 4-chloro-2-cyclohexyl-, potassium salt; Potassium 2-cyclohexyl-4-chlorophenolate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 4-Chloro-2-Cyclohexylphenolate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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