Description

1,3,5-Triisopropylcyclohexane is a specialized alicyclic hydrocarbon featuring a unique, sterically hindered structure with three isopropyl substituents symmetrically arranged around a cyclohexane ring. This molecular architecture imparts valuable properties such as high volatility and excellent solubility in non-polar media, making it a versatile intermediate and solvent for advanced chemical synthesis. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty materials sectors for applications requiring a high-purity, non-reactive hydrocarbon medium.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, ligands, and sterically demanding compounds.
• Specialty Solvent: Used as a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for reactions involving strong acids or sensitive organometallic catalysts.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in process development and purification stages where a chemically inert hydrocarbon is required.
• Lubricant & Fluid Formulation: Acts as a base stock or additive in high-performance synthetic lubricants and functional fluids due to its stability.
• Polymer Science: Utilized as a plasticizer or a monomer modifier to alter the physical properties of polymers.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a reference standard or a mobile phase component in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5-Triisopropylcyclohexane
CAS No.	34387-60-5
Molecular Formula	C15H30
Molecular Weight	210.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexane, 1,3,5-triisopropyl-; 1,3,5-Triisopropyl-cyclohexane; sym-Triisopropylcyclohexane; Triisopropylcyclohexane; TIPCH
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,3,5-Triisopropylcyclohexane is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity requirements for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

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 containers 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)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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