Description

4-Chlorocyclohexene is a versatile halogenated cycloalkene intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its structure, featuring both an alkene and a reactive chlorine substituent, makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from material science to fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, cross-coupling reactions, and as a starting material for functionalized cyclohexane derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of novel polymers and advanced materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalysts.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: May be used as an intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorocyclohexene
CAS No.	930-65-4
Molecular Formula	C6H9Cl
Molecular Weight	116.59 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-1-cyclohexene; Cyclohexene, 4-chloro-; 1-Chloro-3-cyclohexene; 4-Chlorocyclohex-1-ene; NSC 60545
EINECS	213-219-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorocyclohexene is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system supports traceability and compliance for global B2B customers.

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 bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (at 20°C)	1.08 - 1.10 g/mL

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