Description

n-Isopropylcyclohexylamine is a versatile secondary amine featuring a cyclohexyl and an isopropyl substituent on the nitrogen atom. This structure imparts strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents, making it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a sterically hindered amine base or a building block for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a hindered amine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides as a precursor for amine-functionalized active compounds.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed as an intermediate in the manufacture of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial fluids and coatings.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents to alter material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a strong, non-nucleophilic base in various organic transformations, including deprotonation and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Isopropylcyclohexylamine
CAS No.	1195-42-2
Molecular Formula	C9H19N
Molecular Weight	141.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Isopropylcyclohexanamine; N-Cyclohexylisopropylamine; Cyclohexanamine, N-(1-methylethyl)-; Isopropylcyclohexylamine; N-(Propan-2-yl)cyclohexanamine; 1-Cyclohexyl-2-aminopropane
EINECS	214-806-4

Quality Control

Our n-Isopropylcyclohexylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. As a strong base, it should be stored separately from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.850 - 0.870
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.460 - 1.470

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