Description

4-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanone is a functionalized cyclohexanone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development to the synthesis of performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a building block for creating complex musk-like odorants and specialty aroma chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: An intermediate for synthesizing specialty monomers, cross-linking agents, and performance additives.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile starting material for ring-forming reactions, reductions, and functional group transformations in complex molecule assembly.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanone
CAS No.	888325-29-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethyl-4-hydroxycyclohexanone; 4-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexan-1-one; 3,3-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,4-dione (tautomer); 1,4-Cyclohexanedione, 3,3-dimethyl-; 4-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1-cyclohexanone; 888325-29-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethylcyclohexanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We offer material suitable for research and industrial scale-up, with purity levels typically exceeding 97% (by HPLC). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each batch to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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