Description

Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 4-Hydroxy-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester, cis- is a high-purity, stereochemically defined organic building block. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers seeking to introduce specific stereochemistry and functional groups into target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in therapeutic areas requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific isomer activity is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 4-Hydroxy-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester, cis-
CAS No.	931110-79-1
Molecular Formula	C12H22O3
Molecular Weight	214.30 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic Acid tert-Butyl Ester; tert-Butyl cis-4-Hydroxycyclohexanecarboxylate; (1r,4r)-4-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)cyclohexanol; cis-4-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)cyclohexanol; 4-Hydroxy-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, cis-; BOC-4-hydroxy-cyclohexane, cis-; trans-4-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)cyclohexanol (common misassignment)
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 4-Hydroxy-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester, cis- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and all materials are fully characterized. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% cis-isomer
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.