Description

1-Ethylcyclohexanol is a versatile alicyclic alcohol with a unique structural profile, offering a blend of hydrophobic character and reactive hydroxyl functionality. This compound is valued for its utility as a high-boiling solvent, chemical intermediate, and modifier in various synthetic and formulation processes. Key industries that utilize this product include polymer manufacturing, agrochemical synthesis, fragrance and flavor creation, and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a solvent and viscosity modifier in resin formulations and polymer processing.
• Agrochemicals: Used in the production of pesticides and herbicides as a solvent or intermediate for active ingredients.
• Fragrance & Flavor: Employed as a precursor or fixative in the creation of complex aromatic molecules due to its stable cyclohexane backbone.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Functions as a synthetic base fluid or additive component to enhance performance properties.
• Surface Coatings: Utilized as a coalescing agent or high-boiling point solvent in paint, ink, and adhesive formulations.
• Cleaning & Degreasing Formulations: An effective component in industrial cleaning solutions for its solvating power.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science research for exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethylcyclohexanol
CAS No.	1940-18-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethylcyclohexanol; 1-Ethyl-1-cyclohexanol; Ethylcyclohexanol; Cyclohexanol, 1-ethyl-; NSC 403697; 1-Ethylcyclohexan-1-ol; α-Ethylcyclohexyl alcohol
EINECS	217-728-4

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethylcyclohexanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available for every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.930 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 195 - 205 °C

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