Description

(1,2-Dimethylbutyl)Cyclohexane is a branched-chain alicyclic hydrocarbon, a high-purity specialty chemical used primarily as a versatile intermediate and solvent. Its unique structure offers valuable properties for advanced material synthesis and formulation development. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for producing advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or plasticizer additive to enhance the flexibility and processing characteristics of high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for catalytic reactions, hydrogenation studies, and as a non-polar reaction medium.
• High-Performance Lubricant Formulation: Used as a base stock or additive component in specialty synthetic lubricants due to its stability.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Functions as a precursor or solvent in the creation of specific aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(1,2-Dimethylbutyl)Cyclohexane
CAS No.	61142-37-8
Molecular Formula	C12H24
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dimethylbutylcyclohexane; Cyclohexane, (1,2-dimethylbutyl)-; (1,2-DMB)Cyclohexane; 2-Cyclohexyl-3-methylpentane; 1-(1,2-Dimethylbutyl)cyclohexane; Hexahydrocumene (related); Branched C12 Cycloalkane
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Quality Control

Our (1,2-Dimethylbutyl)Cyclohexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C (59-77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.80 - 0.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445

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