Description

Ethyl 1-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate, 97% is a high-purity specialty ester compound with a unique bifunctional structure containing both a hydroxyl and an ester group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce cyclohexyl and hydroxyl functionalities, enhancing the flexibility, adhesion, or chemical resistance of coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymers.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules like fragrances, flavors, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate, 97%
CAS No.	834914-39-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O3
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylate; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 1-Hydroxymethylcyclohexanecarboxylate; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-(hydroxymethyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (1-Hydroxymethylcyclohexyl)carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the specified 97% purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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