Description

1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane is a versatile chlorinated cycloalkane intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, which enable its use as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex cyclic and heterocyclic compounds. This product is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from polymer modification to the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the cyclohexane backbone is required.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer modifier to alter the physical properties of polymers and specialty resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for constructing complex organic frameworks, including ligands and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane
CAS No.	19398-57-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10Cl2
Molecular Weight	153.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexane, 1,4-dichloro-; 1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane; p-Dichlorocyclohexane; NSC 60548; 1,4-DCCH; trans-1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane; cis-1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane; Dichlorocyclohexane
EINECS	243-025-6

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dichlorocyclohexane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.18 g/cm³
Boiling Point	~195-200 °C

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