Description

4-[(2-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-o-Tolyl Isocyanate is a specialized diisocyanate monomer featuring both an aromatic and an alicyclic isocyanate group, offering unique reactivity and polymer properties. This compound is valued for its ability to impart a balance of rigidity, chemical resistance, and weatherability in advanced polymer systems. It is primarily required by formulators and researchers in the polyurethane, coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance materials.

Application

• Polyurethane Elastomers: As a cross-linking agent to enhance tensile strength, abrasion resistance, and low-temperature flexibility.
• High-Performance Coatings: Key monomer for automotive, industrial, and marine coatings requiring excellent durability, gloss retention, and chemical resistance.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used to formulate adhesives with strong bonding strength, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors.
• Specialty Polymers: Serves as a building block for novel polymers, including polyimides and polyureas, for advanced engineering applications.
• UV-Curable Resins: Can be incorporated into oligomers for fast-curing, high-performance UV-resistant coatings and inks.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals requiring isocyanate functionality.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-[(2-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-o-Tolyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	92612-73-2
Molecular Formula	C15H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isocyanato-1-[(2-isocyanatocyclohexyl)methyl]benzene; o-Tolyl 4-[(2-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)methyl] Isocyanate; 1-[(2-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)methyl]-2-isocyanatobenzene; Bis(isocyanato) Derivative of o-Xylylene and Cyclohexylamine; HDI-based aromatic-aliphatic diisocyanate (analog class)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-[(2-Isocyanatocyclohexyl)Methyl]-o-Tolyl Isocyanate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and color determination, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Hydrolyzable Chloride	≤ 0.01%
Total Chlorine	≤ 0.05%
NCO Content	32.0 - 33.0%
Viscosity @ 25°C	Contact for details

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