Description

1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane is a high-purity, highly volatile alicyclic hydrocarbon with a unique sterically hindered structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering distinct reactivity and solubility profiles. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a stable, non-polar medium or a specific molecular framework.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Acts as a key building block for the synthesis of musky and woody aroma chemicals due to its stable, multi-branched cyclohexane backbone.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized solvent or an advanced intermediate in the production of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of performance chemicals, including certain plasticizers, stabilizers, and agrochemical intermediates.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and a reagent in organic chemistry research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• High-Performance Solvent: Functions as a non-polar, low-reactive solvent for sensitive reactions, extractions, and formulations where standard solvents are unsuitable.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane
CAS No.	4306-65-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane; Tetramethylcyclohexane (mixed isomers); Cyclohexane, 1,1,3,5-tetramethyl-; NSC 74125; 1,1,3,5-Tetramethyl-cyclohexan; 1,1,3,5-Tetrametilcicloesano
EINECS	224-337-4

Quality Control

Our 1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.790 - 0.810
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.