Description

Hexamethylbenzene is a highly symmetrical, fully substituted aromatic hydrocarbon with the CAS number 87-85-4, valued for its unique crystalline structure and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical organic intermediate and a model compound in advanced material science and chemical research. It is essential for industries and laboratories focused on liquid crystal technology, organic synthesis, and spectroscopic calibration.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the preparation of more complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and specialty chemicals.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Materials: Acts as a core building block or a dopant in the development of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other organic electronic materials.
• Calibration & Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and gas chromatography (GC) due to its sharp, well-defined signals.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying aromaticity, molecular recognition, and crystal engineering.
• Polymer Additive: Can be utilized as a plasticizer or a stabilizer in specific polymer formulations to modify thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexamethylbenzene
CAS No.	87-85-4
Molecular Formula	C12H18
Molecular Weight	162.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Mellitene; 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexamethylbenzene; Benzene, hexamethyl-; HMB; Hexamethyl-benzene; NSC 16341; UNII-9Q2I2S6K1X
EINECS	201-782-4

Quality Control

Our Hexamethylbenzene is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high-purity requirements for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	164 - 168 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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