Description

cis-1,4-Cyclohexanediamine is a versatile, bifunctional aliphatic amine featuring a rigid cyclohexane backbone. This compound matters as a high-performance building block for advanced polymers and fine chemicals, offering enhanced thermal and chemical stability compared to linear diamines. It is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-value, durable materials and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing high-performance polyamides (nylons) and polyurethanes with superior mechanical strength and heat resistance.
• Epoxy Curing Agent: Used as a hardener in epoxy resin systems, contributing to excellent cross-linking density and chemical resistance in coatings and composites.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Formulated into additives for metalworking fluids and coatings to provide effective protection against corrosion.
• Chelating Agents: Used in the preparation of ligands for metal catalysis and in water treatment formulations.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or catalyst in stereoselective chemical reactions.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Imparts durability and adhesion strength in high-performance industrial adhesive formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-1,4-Cyclohexanediamine
CAS No.	15827-56-2
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Diaminocyclohexane, cis-Isomer; cis-1,4-Diaminocyclohexane; (1R,4S)-1,4-Diaminocyclohexane; (1S,4R)-1,4-Diaminocyclohexane; 1,4-CHDA (cis); cis-Cyclohexane-1,4-diamine; cis-HMDA; trans-1,4-Cyclohexanediamine (isomer)
EINECS	239-924-1

Quality Control

Our cis-1,4-Cyclohexanediamine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide, which can degrade product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC or Titration)	≥ 98.0%
cis-Isomer Content	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Trans-Isomer Content	≤ 3.0%

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