Description

1,3,5-Cyclohexanetricarboxylic Acid is a versatile tricarboxylic acid derivative characterized by its rigid cyclohexane backbone, offering a unique combination of thermal stability and multi-functional reactivity. This compound serves as a critical building block and ligand precursor in advanced material science and pharmaceutical chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, coordination chemistry, and polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with precise structural control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, multi-armed carboxylic acid frameworks for enhanced binding affinity.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Acts as a key organic linker or ligand for constructing porous coordination polymers with tailored pore sizes and high thermal stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a trifunctional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polyesters, polyamides, and epoxy resins with improved mechanical properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Utilized to prepare multi-dentate ligands for metal complexes, which are applied in homogeneous catalysis and sensor development.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry for method development and calibration.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5-Cyclohexanetricarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	25357-95-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12O6
Molecular Weight	216.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexane-1,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid; 1,3,5-Tricarboxycyclohexane; Hexahydroisocyanuric Acid; H3BTC; Benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid, Hexahydro-; 1,3,5-Cyclohexanetricarboxylic acid; Cyclohexanetricarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 1,3,5-Cyclohexanetricarboxylic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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