Description

3-Cyclohexenecarbonyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organic intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key acylating agent in complex organic syntheses. Its unique cyclohexene ring structure makes it a crucial building block for introducing functionalized cyclohexyl moieties into target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized cyclohexane rings for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the cyclohexenyl group contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and novel heterocycles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and musk compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyclohexenecarbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	932-67-2
Molecular Formula	C7H9ClO
Molecular Weight	144.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclohexene-1-carbonyl Chloride; δ³-Cyclohexenecarbonyl Chloride; 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydrobenzoyl Chloride; 3-Cyclohexenoyl Chloride; Cyclohex-3-ene-1-carbonyl chloride; 3-Cyclohexenecarboxylic Acid Chloride; NSC 406911
EINECS	213-254-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclohexenecarbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

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 bases, alcohols, and amines. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep containers tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Chloride Content	≥ 96.0%

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