Description

4-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both an aldehyde and a primary alcohol group on a cyclohexane ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and fragrance development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in projects requiring stereochemical control.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for ligands, catalysts, and other specialized organic compounds in research and manufacturing.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a starting material for the creation of novel aroma chemicals and odorants due to its aldehyde functionality.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with specific functional groups.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for advanced materials, including liquid crystals and organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	92385-32-5
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclohexanecarbaldehyde; 4-Formylcyclohexylmethanol; 4-Hydroxymethylcyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-; (4-Hydroxymethylcyclohexyl)methanal; 4-Carbaldehydecyclohexylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Hydroxymethyl)Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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