Description

Dicyclohexylamine is a versatile secondary amine characterized by its strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents. This compound is a critical intermediate and catalyst in numerous industrial chemical synthesis and manufacturing processes. It is essential for producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, polymer, and rubber chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block in the production of corrosion inhibitors, vulcanization accelerators, and specialty surfactants.
• Catalyst and Neutralizing Agent: Widely used as an acid scavenger and catalyst in polyurethane systems and epoxy resin formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Rubber Industry: Serves as a precursor for rubber vulcanization accelerators, enhancing the curing process and final product properties.
• Metalworking Fluids: Acts as a corrosion inhibitor and pH stabilizer in industrial lubricants and cutting fluids.
• Fuel Additive: Utilized as a detergent and dispersant additive in gasoline and diesel fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicyclohexylamine
CAS No.	101-83-7
Molecular Formula	C12H23N
Molecular Weight	181.32 g/mol
Synonyms	DCHA; N-Cyclohexylcyclohexanamine; N,N-Dicyclohexylamine; Bis(cyclohexyl)amine; Dodecahydrodiphenylamine; Dicyclohexylamine (DCHA); Aminodicyclohexane; Perhydrodiphenylamine
EINECS	202-980-7

Quality Control

Our Dicyclohexylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products meeting relevant industry specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent discoloration.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.920
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.484 - 1.488
Boiling Point	255 - 256 °C

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