Description

4-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine is a versatile, substituted cyclohexylamine derivative characterized by its bulky tert-butyl group, which imparts unique steric and electronic properties. This compound serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is particularly valuable for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used in the development of active ingredients, catalysts, and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating molecules with specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require sterically hindered amine components.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, chain extender, or modifier in epoxy resins and polyurethane systems to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metal surface treatments and coatings due to its amine functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine
CAS No.	5400-88-4
Molecular Formula	C10H21N
Molecular Weight	155.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(tert-Butyl)cyclohexanamine; 4-tert-Butylcyclohexanamine; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)cyclohexanamine; p-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine; trans-4-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine; cis-4-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine; 4-tert-Butyl-1-cyclohexanamine; 4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl amine
EINECS	226-447-5

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butylcyclohexylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer ratio, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its amine nature, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomer Ratio (cis/trans)	Specified per grade
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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