Description

N,N'-Dicyclohexyl-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxamide is a high-purity organic compound, specifically a symmetrically substituted naphthalene diamide, identified by CAS NO 153250-52-3. This compound serves as a critical nucleating agent and performance additive in advanced polymer formulations, where it significantly enhances crystallization behavior and final material properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, specialty chemicals, and high-performance materials industries seeking to improve product clarity, mechanical strength, and thermal stability.

Application

• Polypropylene (PP) Clarifying Agent: Acts as a highly effective nucleating agent to increase crystallization temperature, improve transparency, and enhance stiffness in clarified PP for packaging and consumer products.
• High-Performance Polymer Additive: Used in engineering plastics such as polyamides (nylon) and polyesters (PET, PBT) to modify crystallization kinetics and optimize processing conditions.
• Synthetic Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex diamide derivatives, liquid crystals, or pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Thermal Stabilizer Component: Incorporated into additive packages for polymers to help improve dimensional stability and heat deflection temperature under load.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying nucleation phenomena, polymer morphology, and structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Dicyclohexyl-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxamide
CAS No.	153250-52-3
Molecular Formula	C26H34N2O2
Molecular Weight	406.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxamide, N,N'-dicyclohexyl-; N,N'-Bis(cyclohexyl)-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxamide; Dicyclohexyl-2,6-naphthalenedicarboxamide; NU-100 (common trade name for nucleating agents); 1,1'-(2,6-Naphthalenedicarbonyl)bis(cyclohexylamine); 2,6-Naphthalic acid bis(cyclohexylamide); N,N'-Dicyclohexylnaphthalene-2,6-dicarboxamide; N,N'-Di(cyclohexyl)-2,6-naphthalamide
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Quality Control

Our N,N'-Dicyclohexyl-2,6-Naphthalenedicarboxamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity, which can affect product quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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