Description

4,4'-Isopropylidenedicyclohexanol is a high-purity, versatile diol compound with a rigid cycloaliphatic structure. This chemical serves as a critical building block and performance additive in advanced polymer synthesis, where its unique geometry imparts enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties to the final materials. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the specialty plastics, coatings, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors for developing high-performance products.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing high-performance polycarbonates, polyesters, and polyurethanes with excellent clarity, heat resistance, and dimensional stability.
• Coating Resins: Used in formulating advanced industrial and automotive coatings to improve hardness, weatherability, and chemical resistance.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a sophisticated precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Epoxy Curing Agents & Modifiers: Functions as a curing agent or toughness modifier in epoxy resin systems for composites and adhesives.
• Synthetic Lubricants: Employed in the production of specialty ester-based lubricants with superior thermal and oxidative stability.
• UV-Curable Systems: Acts as a reactive diluent or crosslinker in inks, coatings, and adhesives that cure under ultraviolet light.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Isopropylidenedicyclohexanol
CAS No.	162133-59-7
Molecular Formula	C15H28O2
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Bisphenol A Hydrogenated Diol; Hydrogenated Bisphenol A; 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)bis[cyclohexanol]; Cyclohexanol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis-; Dicyclohexylpropane Diol; HBPA Diol; 1,1-Bis(4-hydroxycyclohexyl)propane; Bisphenol A Dihydro Diol
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Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Isopropylidenedicyclohexanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency, supporting your quality assurance protocols.

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, acids, and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	160 - 165 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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