Description

3-Ethyl-2-(Isopropyl)-6-(Isopropylidene)-3-Methylcyclohexan-1-One is a specialized ketone derivative with a complex cyclohexanone structure, valued for its unique steric and electronic properties. This compound serves as a critical high-purity intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel molecules with specific functionalities. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex, multi-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its functionalized ketone group.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing unique musk-like or woody odorants due to its bulky alkyl-substituted cyclohexanone backbone.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or a sterically hindered scaffold in academic and industrial research for creating novel chemical entities.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Its structure can be modified to create chiral or bulky ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-(Isopropyl)-6-(Isopropylidene)-3-Methylcyclohexan-1-One
CAS No.	97692-43-8
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2-isopropyl-6-isopropylidene-3-methylcyclohexan-1-one; 3-Ethyl-2-isopropyl-6-(1-methylethylidene)-3-methylcyclohexanone; 2-Isopropyl-3-ethyl-6-isopropylidene-3-methylcyclohexanone; 3-Methyl-3-ethyl-2-isopropyl-6-isopropylidenecyclohexanone; Cyclohexanone, 3-ethyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-6-(1-methylethylidene)-3-methyl-; 97692-43-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-(Isopropyl)-6-(Isopropylidene)-3-Methylcyclohexan-1-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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