Description

1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexene is a versatile, highly volatile cyclic olefin with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique steric and electronic properties make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, flavor and fragrance houses, and manufacturers of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals seeking to introduce specific alkylated cyclohexene motifs.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a precursor for the synthesis of terpene-based aroma chemicals and musk odorants.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation studies, and as a model substrate in catalytic process development.
• Solvent & Extraction Agent: Its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent compatible compound make it suitable for specialized extraction processes and reaction media.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Synthesis: A precursor for manufacturing high-performance synthetic lubricants and fuel additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexene
CAS No.	503-47-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,3-Trimethyl-1-cyclohexene; 1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohex-1-ene; Trimethylcyclohexene; NSC 66495; Cyclohexene, 1,3,3-trimethyl-; 3,3,1-Trimethylcyclohexene
EINECS	207-969-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexene is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation and maintain stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.80 - 0.82
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455

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