O-TERT-BUTYLCYCLOHEXYL ACETATE exists in cis and trans forms. Pure 2-cistert-
butylcyclohexyl acetate is a crystalline solid, with a fruity citrus odor. The
commercial product is a colorless liquid and consists of a mixture of cis- and transisomers,
which contains 60–95% of the cis-ester. With an increasing percentage
of the trans-isomer, the odor becomes more woody and camphory.
The acetate is prepared by esterification of 2-tert-butylcyclohexanol, which is
obtained from 2-tert-butylphenol. It is highly stable and is used for perfuming
soaps as well as bath and household products.
Verdox is used in preparation method of Sodium Bicarbonate injection.
O-TERT-BUTYLCYCLOHEXYL ACETATE is prepared by Aatylation of 2-terfiary-Butyl cyclohexanol (Verdol).
Poorly soluble in Propylene glycol, soluble in alcohol and oils.
