Description

4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is a versatile cyclic keto-aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde and a ketone group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and advanced materials like liquid crystals and polymers.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel cyclization and condensation reactions.
• Chemical Linker: Its functional groups allow it to act as a spacer or linker in the synthesis of more complex molecules and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	96184-81-5
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxocyclohexanecarboxaldehyde; 4-Oxo-cyclohexanecarbaldehyde; 1-Formyl-4-oxocyclohexane; 4-Oxocyclohexanecarbaldehyde; 4-Oxohexahydrobenzaldehyde; Cyclohexanone-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Ketocyclohexanecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-Oxo-Cyclohexanecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.