Description

1,6-Dicyclohexylhexane is a high-purity, symmetrical hydrocarbon compound with a unique alicyclic structure. This specialty chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional fluid component, prized for its thermal stability and hydrophobic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring high-performance hydrocarbon fluids and synthetic base stocks.

Application

• Synthetic Lubricant Base Stock: Used as a high-performance component in synthetic lubricants and greases due to its excellent thermal and oxidative stability.
• Polymer Plasticizer/Intermediate: Acts as a specialty plasticizer or monomeric building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers and resins.
• Heat Transfer Fluid: Employed as a constituent in high-temperature heat transfer fluids and dielectric coolants.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a non-polar, high-boiling point solvent for specialized formulations and extraction processes.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Used in high-end cosmetic formulations as an emollient or viscosity modifier.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Dicyclohexylhexane
CAS No.	1610-23-7
Molecular Formula	C18H34
Molecular Weight	250.46 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Bis(cyclohexyl)hexane; Hexane, 1,6-dicyclohexyl-; Dicyclohexylhexane; NSC 66475; 1,6-Di(cyclohexyl)hexane; 1,6-Dicyclohexyl-n-hexane; Bis(cyclohexyl)hexane
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Quality Control

Our 1,6-Dicyclohexylhexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and other relevant methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.465 - 1.475

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