Description

Isopropylidenecyclohexane is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of alicyclic hydrocarbons. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science due to its unique structural properties. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring high-purity, volatile solvents or building blocks for complex molecular architectures, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Used in formulations and reactions requiring a highly volatile, non-polar organic solvent.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialty polymers and synthetic resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing process of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratory settings for method development and exploratory organic chemistry.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing performance-enhancing additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropylidenecyclohexane
CAS No.	5749-72-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isopropylidenecyclohexane; Cyclohexylidene-2-propane; 2-(Cyclohexylidene)propane; NSC 73978; 2-Cyclohexylidenepropane; Cyclohexane, 1-(1-methylethylidene)-; (Cyclohexylidene)isopropane
EINECS	227-273-7

Quality Control

Our Isopropylidenecyclohexane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (20°C)	0.810 - 0.820 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 145 - 150 °C

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