Description

2-(4-Hydroxy-4-Methylcyclohexyl)Acetic Acid is a versatile cyclohexane derivative with a hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid functional group, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure is critical for imparting specific steric and electronic properties to target molecules, enabling the development of high-performance materials and active compounds. This chemical is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with enhanced efficacy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its structural complexity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing musk analogs and other complex aroma chemicals due to its cyclohexyl backbone.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to modify flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable building block for constructing complex natural product analogs and other fine chemicals in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Hydroxy-4-Methylcyclohexyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	928063-59-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-4-methylcyclohexaneacetic Acid; (4-Hydroxy-4-methylcyclohexyl)acetic Acid; 2-(4-Hydroxy-4-methylcyclohexyl)ethanoic Acid; 4-Methyl-4-hydroxycyclohexylacetic Acid; NSC 405124; 928063-59-6; 2-(4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-1-cyclohexyl)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-Hydroxy-4-Methylcyclohexyl)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and acid chlorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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