Description

1-Ethyl-2,4-Dimethylcyclohexane is a specialized alicyclic hydrocarbon with a defined molecular structure. This compound matters as a high-purity intermediate and solvent, offering a unique blend of volatility and lipophilicity valuable for advanced synthesis. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for applications requiring precise chemical building blocks.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a precursor or modifier in the synthesis of complex musky, woody, or amber scent molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a solvent or an intermediate in the production of specialized pesticides and herbicides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a non-polar solvent or a starting material in medicinal chemistry for probing structure-activity relationships.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating more complex, functionalized cyclohexane derivatives in laboratory and pilot-scale reactions.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-volatility solvent for coatings, adhesives, or cleaning formulations where rapid evaporation is required.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical testing, calibration, and method development in QC laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-2,4-Dimethylcyclohexane
CAS No.	61142-69-6
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexane, 1-ethyl-2,4-dimethyl-; 2,4-Dimethyl-1-ethylcyclohexane; NSC 166033; 1-Ethyl-2,4-dimethyl-cyclohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-2,4-Dimethylcyclohexane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to verify identity and purity, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 purity. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.79 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.435

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