Description

n-Butylcyclohexylamine is a secondary amine featuring a cyclohexyl and an n-butyl substituent, offering a unique combination of lipophilicity and basicity. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its role in creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a sterically hindered amine with specific solubility and reactivity profiles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a lipophilic amine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity and formulation stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a curing agent, catalyst, or chain modifier in epoxy, polyurethane, and other specialty polymer systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation, amination, and as a base in various condensation and coupling reactions.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive: Used in the manufacture of specialty surfactants and as an additive to enhance the performance of industrial lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butylcyclohexylamine
CAS No.	10108-56-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₁N
Molecular Weight	155.28 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Cyclohexyl-1-butanamine; N-Butylcyclohexanamine; Cyclohexylbutylamine; 1-Cyclohexylbutylamine; N-Cyclohexylbutylamine; Butylcyclohexylamine; N-Butyl-N-cyclohexylamine
EINECS	233-309-5

Quality Control

Our n-Butylcyclohexylamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every 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/organic solvent, it should be segregated 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 (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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