Description

trans-1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane is a high-purity, highly volatile cycloalkane derivative with a defined stereochemistry. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced organic synthesis and material science due to its unique structural and physical properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and fragrance formulators for applications requiring a non-polar, volatile medium with specific steric characteristics.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-volatility, non-polar solvent for reactions, extractions, and purification processes in research and development.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block or solvent in the creation of specialty aromatic compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or additive in the development of novel polymeric materials with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reference material in chromatographic analysis (GC, GC-MS) and other analytical techniques.
• Electronics Industry: Potential use as a process chemical or cleaning agent in electronics manufacturing due to its volatility.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane
CAS No.	50876-31-8
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane, trans-; trans-1,1,3,5-Tetramethyl-cyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1,1,3,5-tetramethyl-, trans-; TMCH (abbreviation); Tetramethylcyclohexane (mixed isomers); 1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane (isomeric mixture)
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Quality Control

Our trans-1,1,3,5-Tetramethylcyclohexane is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. 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: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.78 - 0.82
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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