Description

cis-1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol is a high-purity, versatile diol monomer characterized by its rigid cyclohexane ring structure. This compound is a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers, offering enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical properties to the final materials. It is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance products.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing high-performance polyesters and polycarbonates with excellent clarity and durability.
• Coating Resins: Used in the formulation of powder coatings, coil coatings, and automotive finishes to improve weatherability and hardness.
• Plasticizers: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialty plasticizers that offer low volatility and good compatibility with PVC.
• Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR): Enhances the chemical and thermal resistance of UPRs used in fiberglass-reinforced plastics.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Imparts flexibility and adhesion strength in high-performance adhesive formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized as a chiral building block in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol
CAS No.	15753-50-1
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S)-1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol; (1S,2R)-1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol; cis-CHDM; cis-Cyclohexane-1,2-dimethanol; cis-1,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexane; Hexahydrophthalyl Alcohol; 1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol, cis-; NSC 403697
EINECS	239-852-7

Quality Control

Our cis-1,2-Cyclohexanedimethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, isomer content, and physical properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

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 solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
cis-Isomer Content	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	60 - 65 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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