Description

Cyclohexyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules, offering a unique structural motif that combines cyclohexyl and tolyl groups. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its specific aromatic backbone.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its stable, conjugated structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the research and creation of complex aromatic compounds for high-value perfumery.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in ketone chemistry and C-C bond formation reactions.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated as a specialty monomer to impart specific thermal or solubility properties to engineered polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.	898769-57-8
Molecular Formula	C16H22O
Molecular Weight	230.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methylphenyl)-1-cyclohexylethanone; 1-Cyclohexyl-2-(p-tolyl)ethanone; p-Tolylcyclohexylmethyl Ketone; Cyclohexyl(p-tolylmethyl) Ketone; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-1-cyclohexyl-ethanone; (4-Methylphenyl)-2-cyclohexyl-ethanone; Ketone, cyclohexyl 2-(4-methylphenyl)ethyl
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.