Description

2-Methylcyclohexane-1,4-Diamine is a versatile chiral diamine building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the production of high-performance polymers, pharmaceuticals, and specialized catalysts. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for active ingredient synthesis, agrochemical manufacturing, and polymer science for creating novel materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used as a ligand precursor or chiral auxiliary in metal-catalyzed reactions to induce stereoselectivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metal surfaces.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylcyclohexane-1,4-Diamine
CAS No.	40015-81-4
Molecular Formula	C7H16N2
Molecular Weight	128.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Diamino-2-methylcyclohexane; 2-Methyl-1,4-cyclohexanediamine; 2-Methylcyclohexane-1,4-diyldiamine; 2-Methyl-1,4-diaminocyclohexane; cis/trans-2-Methylcyclohexane-1,4-diamine; 1,4-Cyclohexanediamine, 2-methyl-; 2-MCHDA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylcyclohexane-1,4-Diamine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, enantiomeric purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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