Description

11,1-Dimethylcyclohexane is a high-purity alicyclic hydrocarbon, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique structural properties, offering a rigid cyclohexane backbone with specific methyl substitution that influences reactivity and physical characteristics. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, enabling the development of novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material or modifier in the creation of synthetic musks and other aroma chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialized polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for cycloaddition reactions, hydrogenation studies, and catalyst testing.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Can be utilized as a non-polar, high-boiling point solvent for specific organic transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	11,1-Dimethylcyclohexane
CAS No.	590-66-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16
Molecular Weight	112.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethylcyclohexane; Dimethylcyclohexane; Hexahydro-p-xylene; NSC 7415; Cyclohexane, 1,1-dimethyl-; 1,1-Dimethyl cyclohexane
EINECS	209-691-5

Quality Control

Our 11,1-Dimethylcyclohexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.05%

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