Description

1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium Chloride, Min. 97% is a high-purity, advanced organic salt belonging to the class of N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursors. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile ligand and catalyst precursor in sophisticated organometallic chemistry and materials science. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel synthetic routes and catalytic systems.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key precursor for generating N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in transition metal catalysis (e.g., palladium, ruthenium, gold).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for coupling reactions and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Used in the synthesis of specialty polymers and materials, including ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) and other advanced polymerization techniques.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Applied in the development of novel crop protection agents and other fine chemicals within the agrochemical sector.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as an organocatalyst or a reagent in various organic transformations, such as transesterification and hydrosilylation.
• Materials Science Research: Utilized in the creation of novel ionic liquids, conductive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium Chloride, Min. 97%
CAS No.	1034449-15-4
Molecular Formula	C19H27ClN2
Molecular Weight	318.88 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dicyclohexyl-1H-benzimidazol-3-ium chloride; 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride; N,N'-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride; 1H-Benzimidazolium, 1,3-dicyclohexyl-, chloride; DCHBIM-Cl; NHC precursor (dicyclohexyl); 1,3-Bis(cyclohexyl)benzimidazolium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure a minimum purity of 97% and confirm identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	Min. 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	Max. 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	Max. 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm

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