Description

N,N'-Dicyclohexylterephthalamide is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of aromatic diamides. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and performance additive in advanced material synthesis, valued for its structural rigidity and thermal stability. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical research sectors for developing high-performance materials and novel molecular entities.

Application

• Polymer Additive: Acts as a nucleating agent or chain extender to enhance the crystallization rate and mechanical properties of engineering plastics like polyamides (nylons) and polyesters.
• Specialty Monomer: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of high-performance polyamides, polyimides, and other heat-resistant polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in research and development for constructing complex molecular scaffolds in medicinal chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: A potential component in the synthesis of monomers for liquid crystal polymers (LCPs) due to its rigid, linear structure.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent or protecting group in sophisticated multi-step synthetic routes.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can be utilized to introduce amide linkages, enhancing the thermal and chemical resistance of polymer networks.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Dicyclohexylterephthalamide
CAS No.	15088-29-6
Molecular Formula	C20H28N2O2
Molecular Weight	328.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Terephthalamide, N,N'-dicyclohexyl-; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxamide, N,N'-dicyclohexyl-; Dicyclohexylterephthalamide; N,N'-Bis(cyclohexyl)terephthalamide; p-Phthalic acid dicyclohexylamide; DCTA; DCTPA; N,N'-Dicyclohexyl-1,4-benzenedicarboxamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our N,N'-Dicyclohexylterephthalamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant global regulatory frameworks.

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.