Description

trans-4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexyl]Methyl Methanesulfonate is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and liquid crystal monomer. This compound is valued for its precise stereochemistry and functional group, which are critical for synthesizing complex organic molecules with specific spatial configurations. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of new active ingredients and high-performance liquid crystal displays.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, chiral cyclohexyl-based scaffolds.
• Liquid Crystal Monomer: Serves as a core component in the production of liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies (LCDs), contributing to improved electro-optical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories as a specialized alkylating or functionalization agent in complex organic transformations.
• Advanced Material Research: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors and other functional materials due to its molecular structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexyl]Methyl Methanesulfonate
CAS No.	819862-02-7
Molecular Formula	C16H30O3S
Molecular Weight	302.48 g/mol
Synonyms	trans,trans-4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)cyclohexylmethyl methanesulfonate; (trans,trans)-4'-(Ethyl)-[1,1'-bi(cyclohexane)]-4-ylmethyl methanesulfonate; 4-((trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)methyl)cyclohexyl methanesulfonate (trans,trans isomer); ECCM; Methanesulfonic acid trans-4-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)cyclohexylmethyl ester; LC Monomer 819862-02-7
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Quality Control

Our trans-4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexyl]Methyl Methanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC and GC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans,trans)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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