Description

1-Isocyanato-4-[(4-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexane is a specialized aliphatic diisocyanate monomer, valued for its unique cycloaliphatic structure that imparts enhanced light stability and chemical resistance to final polymer products. This compound is essential for formulating high-performance polyurethane coatings, adhesives, and elastomers where durability and weatherability are critical. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the advanced materials, automotive, and industrial coatings sectors.

Application

• High-Performance Polyurethane Coatings: Used as a key cross-linking agent in automotive clear coats, industrial maintenance paints, and aerospace coatings for superior UV resistance and gloss retention.
• Light-Stable Adhesives & Sealants: Serves as a core component in formulations for outdoor and architectural bonding applications requiring long-term durability against sunlight and moisture.
• Specialty Elastomers: Employed in the synthesis of polyurethane elastomers for demanding applications such as rollers, gaskets, and industrial parts that require resistance to chemicals and hydrolysis.
• Advanced Composite Materials: Acts as a resin modifier in fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) and composite matrices to enhance interfacial adhesion and environmental stability.
• Waterborne Polyurethane Dispersions (PUDs): Utilized in the development of environmentally friendly, low-VOC coating systems with excellent mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Isocyanato-4-[(4-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexane
CAS No.	91458-04-7
Molecular Formula	C15H22N2O2
Molecular Weight	262.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(isocyanatomethyl)-2-methylcyclohexane (mixed isomers); Dicyclohexylmethane diisocyanate, methyl-substituted; Hydrogenated MDI derivative; H12MDI analogue; 4,4'-Methylenebis(cyclohexyl isocyanate) derivative; Isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) analogue; Aliphatic diisocyanate monomer; Bis(4-isocyanatocyclohexyl)methane, methyl-substituted
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-Isocyanato-4-[(4-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-2-Methylcyclohexane adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, isocyanate content, and impurity profile analysis, to ensure consistency and compliance with customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 25°C. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Isocyanate Content (NCO)	31.0 - 32.5 %
Hydrolyzable Chloride	≤ 10 ppm
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Viscosity @ 25°C	Contact for details
Specific Gravity @ 25°C	Contact for details

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