Description

4-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile alicyclic carboxylic acid derivative valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid group and an ethyl-substituted cyclohexane ring, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a rigid, lipophilic cyclohexane backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motif can enhance biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials for electronic displays.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as a starting material for synthesizing specific musk-like or woody aroma chemicals due to its alkylated cyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Functions as a model substrate or a ligand precursor in catalytic reactions and methodological studies in academic and industrial R&D.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Investigated for use in creating specialty additives for lubricants and metalworking fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	91328-77-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-ethyl-; 4-Ethyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; p-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; trans-4-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid (possible isomer); cis-4-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid (possible isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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