Description

S,S-Bis(Phenylmethyl)-1,2-Cyclohexanediamine is a chiral diamine ligand of significant interest in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis. This compound matters for its ability to impart high enantioselectivity in critical chemical transformations, enabling the production of optically pure intermediates. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel synthetic routes and optimizing manufacturing processes.

Application

• As a chiral ligand in asymmetric hydrogenation and transfer hydrogenation reactions.
• As a key building block for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In the development of metal-organic catalysts for enantioselective C-C and C-N bond formation.
• For research and process development in agrochemicals to create novel, optically active compounds.
• As a resolution agent or auxiliary in the separation of enantiomers.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring new methodologies in stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	S,S-Bis(Phenylmethyl)-1,2-Cyclohexanediamine
CAS No.	1369529-80-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₆N₂
Molecular Weight	294.44 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,2S)-1,2-Bis(benzylamino)cyclohexane; (1S,2S)-N1,N2-Dibenzylcyclohexane-1,2-diamine; (S,S)-1,2-Diaminocyclohexane-N,N'-dibenzyl; (S,S)-DACH-DBZ; (S,S)-Cyclohexanediamine, N,N'-bis(phenylmethyl)-; S,S-DBZ-DACH; S,S-Bis(benzyl)-1,2-cyclohexanediamine; (1S,2S)-1,2-Bis[(phenylmethyl)amino]cyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our S,S-Bis(Phenylmethyl)-1,2-Cyclohexanediamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer material suitable for research and development purposes, with typical purity levels meeting the requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral purity are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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