Description

2-Cyclohexylimidazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring an imidazole ring substituted with a cyclohexyl group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the imidazole moiety is critical for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands, which are pivotal in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical and polymer production.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into coatings and additives for metals, leveraging its ability to adsorb onto surfaces and form protective layers.
• Epoxy Curing Agent / Accelerator: Functions as a latent curing agent or accelerator in epoxy resin systems for electronics, composites, and adhesives.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for charge-transport materials, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other optoelectronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclohexylimidazole
CAS No.	14085-43-9
Molecular Formula	C9H14N2
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclohexyl-1H-imidazole; 2-Cyclohexylimidazole; Cyclohexylimidazole; NSC 408021; 1H-Imidazole, 2-cyclohexyl-; 2-Cyclohexylglyoxaline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclohexylimidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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