Description

1-Chloro-3-Cyclohexylbenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a chlorophenyl and a cyclohexyl moiety, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted biphenyl-like scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chlorophenyl group is a common pharmacophore.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a foundational unit in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic displays, leveraging its aromatic and aliphatic properties.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic systems and coordination complexes.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a monomer or additive to introduce specific aromatic and hydrophobic characteristics into polymer chains for enhanced material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A critical reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-3-Cyclohexylbenzene
CAS No.	27163-66-2
Molecular Formula	C12H15Cl
Molecular Weight	194.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chlorophenylcyclohexane; 1-Chloro-3-cyclohexyl-benzene; m-Chlorophenylcyclohexane; (3-Chlorophenyl)cyclohexane; Cyclohexyl(3-chlorophenyl); Benzene, 1-chloro-3-cyclohexyl-; 3-Cyclohexylchlorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-3-Cyclohexylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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