Description

1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclohexane is a highly volatile, saturated alicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique sterically hindered structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, prized for its chemical stability and low reactivity profile. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries for applications requiring a high-purity, non-polar organic medium.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and liquid crystals.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-performance, non-polar solvent for reactions sensitive to protic or polar media.
• Polymer & Resin Formulation: Employed as a processing aid or diluent in the production of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a starting material or carrier for the synthesis of specific musk or woody aroma chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories as a reference standard or reagent for method development and analytical studies.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Investigated for use in formulating high-stability synthetic lubricants and specialty fuel additives.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclohexane
CAS No.	24770-64-7
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclohexane; Tetramethylcyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1,1,3,3-tetramethyl-; NSC 66458; 1,1,3,3-TMCH; Perhydro-1,1,3,3-tetramethylbenzene; Hexahydro-1,1,3,3-tetramethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclohexane is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.78 - 0.82
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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