Description

1-Octylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a carboxylic acid functional group attached to a cyclohexane ring substituted with a long alkyl chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with tailored hydrophobic properties. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications requiring specific lipophilic character.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring lipophilic side chains to modulate bioavailability and pharmacokinetics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the octylcyclohexyl moiety can influence membrane permeability and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a precursor or a core component in the development of specialty liquid crystals for display technologies, leveraging its rigid cyclic structure and flexible alkyl tail.
• Polymer Additives & Modifiers: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like hydrophobicity, plasticization, or UV stability to polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic architectures, such as in Diels-Alder reactions or as a sterically demanding carboxylic acid derivative.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Utilized in the formulation of high-performance synthetic lubricants and fuel additives to enhance viscosity index and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	855354-49-3
Molecular Formula	C15H28O2
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-octyl-; 1-Octylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid; Octylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Carboxy-1-octylcyclohexane; 1-Octyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; (1-Octylcyclohexyl)carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Octylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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, oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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