Description

4-[(4-Aminocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexylamine is a high-purity, bifunctional amine intermediate featuring two distinct amino groups on a cyclohexyl backbone. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, cross-linker, or chain extender in epoxy, polyurethane, and polyamide resin systems to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in high-performance additives for industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(4-Aminocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexylamine
CAS No.	90680-42-5
Molecular Formula	C14H28N2
Molecular Weight	224.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-[(4-aminocyclohexyl)methyl]cyclohexanamine; 4-(4-Aminocyclohexylmethyl)-2-methylcyclohexylamine; 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanamine, 2-methyl-; Bis(aminocyclohexyl)methane derivative; BACMA intermediate; DACH derivative amine; Cyclohexylmethylamine isomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-[(4-Aminocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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