Description

Cyclohexyl Isocyanide is a versatile organic building block and ligand, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key precursor in the construction of heterocycles and as a crucial ligand in transition metal catalysis, enabling complex molecular transformations. This compound is particularly valuable for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials. Its reactivity profile makes it indispensable for multicomponent reactions and the synthesis of specialized nitrogen-containing compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, contributing to the development of new crop protection agents.
• Organometallic Catalyst Ligand: Serves as an isocyanide ligand in transition metal catalysis, facilitating important cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.
• Multicomponent Reaction (MCR) Chemistry: A key reactant in Ugi and Passerini-type multicomponent reactions for the efficient, one-pot generation of complex molecular libraries.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, coordination networks, and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of activity-based probes and bioconjugation reagents for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexyl Isocyanide
CAS No.	931-53-3
Molecular Formula	C7H11N
Molecular Weight	109.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexyl isonitrile; Cyclohexane, isocyano-; Isocyclohexane; Cyclohexylcarbylamine; Cyclohexylisonitrile; Cyclohexyl carbonimide; Cyclohexane isocyanide; Cyclohexyl isocyanide (C6H11NC)
EINECS	213-233-3

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyl Isocyanide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including results from GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available with every shipment and upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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