Description

1,4-Dimethoxycyclohexane is a versatile cyclic ether solvent and chemical intermediate with a unique structural profile. Its value lies in its dual functionality as a polar aprotic solvent and a protected form of cyclohexane-1,4-diol, making it a valuable building block in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from synthesis to formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or protecting group reagent in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Solvent: Used as a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent in reactions requiring high purity and stability, such as Grignard reactions or polymerizations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its cyclohexane backbone is incorporated.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a starting material or solvent in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Utilized as a monomer or additive to modify the properties of polymers, coatings, and resins.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dimethoxycyclohexane
CAS No.	28046-69-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexane, 1,4-dimethoxy-; 1,4-Dimethoxy-cyclohexane; p-Dimethoxycyclohexane; 1,4-Cyclohexanediol dimethyl ether; Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanediyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dimethoxycyclohexane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 180 - 185°C

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