CAS 735269-91-7

cis-4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid

Description:

Cis-4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid is an organic compound characterized by its unique structural features, which include a cyclohexane ring substituted with a carboxylic acid group and a 4-methylbenzoyl moiety. This compound exhibits both hydrophobic and hydrophilic characteristics due to the presence of the carboxylic acid functional group, which can participate in hydrogen bonding, enhancing its solubility in polar solvents. The cis configuration of the substituents on the cyclohexane ring influences its three-dimensional shape, potentially affecting its reactivity and interactions with biological systems. The compound may exhibit properties such as moderate melting and boiling points typical of carboxylic acids, and it could be involved in various chemical reactions, including esterification and acid-base reactions. Its specific applications may vary, but compounds of this nature are often explored in fields such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, and organic synthesis due to their functional versatility. Safety data and handling precautions should be considered, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₁₅H₁₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1/C15H18O3/c1-10-2-4-11(5-3-10)14(16)12-6-8-13(9-7-12)15(17)18/h2-5,12-13H,6-9H2,1H3,(H,17,18)/t12-,13+

InChI key: InChIKey=SGDLKJYEEFPOKZ-BETUJISGNA-N

SMILES: C(=O)([C@H]1CC[C@@H](C(O)=O)CC1)C2=CC=C(C)C=C2

Synonyms:

• cis-4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
• Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-(4-methylbenzoyl)-, cis-