Description

4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is a versatile cyclohexane derivative functionalized with both a carboxylic acid and a methoxy group, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure offers significant utility for introducing conformational constraints and specific stereochemistry into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its cyclohexane backbone contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other specialty polymers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis & Ligand Design: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands and catalysts for enantioselective synthesis, crucial for producing single-isomer compounds.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating synthetic aroma chemicals with specific olfactory profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	95233-12-8
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Methoxy-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Methoxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid; p-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-methoxy-; 95233-12-8; 4-Methoxy cyclohexane carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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