2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-nitrocyclohexanone

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-nitrocyclohexanone is a useful research chemical.

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-nitrocyclohexanone (2-CPNCH) is an analytical reference standard and can be a precursor for synthesizing norketamine. This compound is available commercially[1]. 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-nitrocyclohexanone has been found in powders seized by law enforcement. This product is intended for research and forensic applications.

[1] Yao-Te Yen . “Identification of a novel norketamine precursor from seized powders: 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-nitrocyclohexanone.” Forensic science international 333 (2022): Article 111241.