Description

1,3,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,3-Cyclohexadiene is a specialized, high-purity cyclic diene compound valued for its unique reactivity and structural properties. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules. It is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and steroidal compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for musky and woody aroma chemicals in perfumery.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition processes to construct complex ring systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,3-Cyclohexadiene
CAS No.	4724-89-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5,5-Tetramethylcyclohexa-1,3-diene; 1,3,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene; Tetramethylcyclohexadiene; 1,3-Cyclohexadiene, 1,3,5,5-tetramethyl-; Isodihydroocimene; α,α,4,4-Tetramethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene
EINECS	225-214-6

Quality Control

Our 1,3,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,3-Cyclohexadiene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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