Description

1,3-Dimethylenecyclohexane is a versatile cyclic diene compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two exocyclic double bonds, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise cycloaddition and functionalization reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules and novel drug candidates through Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its reactivity to construct specific ring systems.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a cross-linking agent or comonomer in the production of advanced polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research laboratories for the construction of complex organic frameworks and novel materials.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the development of novel ligand systems for homogeneous catalysis, contributing to more efficient chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dimethylenecyclohexane
CAS No.	52086-82-5
Molecular Formula	C8H12
Molecular Weight	108.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(methylene)cyclohexane; 1,3-Dimethylidenecyclohexane; Cyclohexane, 1,3-bis(methylene)-; 1,3-Divinylcyclohexane (common name); NSC 163500; 1,3-Cyclohexanediylidenebis[methane]; 1,3-Dimethylen-cyclohexan
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dimethylenecyclohexane is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support our clients with full traceability and documentation to meet the rigorous standards of pharmaceutical and fine chemical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent potential oxidation and polymerization, and away from sources of ignition. For long-term storage, refrigeration is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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