2-Cyclohexylcyclohexanol from TCI is an alicyclic secondary alcohol made up of two cyclohexane rings. One ring carries a hydroxyl group, and the other ring is attached to it as a substituent at the 2-position. As the product name states, it is supplied as a mixture of cis and trans isomers. In the laboratory it serves as a non-heterocyclic building block for making molecules that need a large, lipophilic, saturated hydrocarbon portion. Examples include bicyclic esters, ethers, and ketones used in fragrance, lubricant, and additive research.
Chemists choose this compound because it combines a reactive secondary hydroxyl group with a bulky, fully saturated bicyclohexyl framework. The hydroxyl group can be esterified, oxidized to a ketone, or converted into a leaving group for substitution reactions. The two cyclohexane rings add hydrophobic character and steric hindrance, both of which are useful in molecular design. Because the material is a mixture of cis and trans isomers, it also interests researchers who study how stereochemistry affects reaction rates or the physical properties of the derivatives they make.
In Indonesian laboratories, 2-Cyclohexylcyclohexanol suits university organic chemistry groups, research institutes, and industrial R&D teams working on fragrance ingredients, lubricant components, and specialty additives. It works well as a starting material for synthesis projects that need a saturated bicyclic hydrocarbon unit, and as a model substrate in teaching and research on alcohol functional group transformations. Sourcing a TCI-branded reagent through AMI Scientific gives local researchers consistent material from a recognized manufacturer for repeatable synthetic work.
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- Esterification studies: the secondary hydroxyl group reacts with acids or acyl derivatives to give bicyclic esters, which are useful for exploring fragrance, lubricant, and additive candidates with a bulky lipophilic tail.
- Oxidation to bicyclic ketones: the secondary alcohol can be oxidized to the matching ketone, giving researchers a saturated bicyclic carbonyl compound for further synthetic elaboration or property comparison.
- Ether synthesis: the hydroxyl group can be converted into ethers, adding a hydrophobic, sterically demanding bicyclohexyl unit to target molecules in materials and additive research.
- Substitution chemistry: converting the hydroxyl group into a leaving group allows nucleophilic substitution reactions, making this compound a flexible entry point to other bicyclohexyl derivatives.
- Stereochemistry research: because it is supplied as a cis and trans mixture, it suits studies of how isomer configuration affects reaction rates and the physical properties of the resulting products.
| Brand | TCI (product code C0498) |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 6531-86-8 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Non-Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | available in the pack sizes offered by TCI; please confirm with AMI Scientific when ordering |
| Physical form | — |
| Storage | keep tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place; follow the TCI label and Safety Data Sheet |
- Composition: mixture of cis and trans isomers
Store 2-Cyclohexylcyclohexanol in its original, tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container closed when not in use so the material is not contaminated or exposed to moisture. Handle it in a fume hood or well-ventilated workspace while wearing suitable personal protective equipment, including chemical-resistant gloves, safety glasses, and a lab coat. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and avoid breathing vapors or dust. Read the TCI Safety Data Sheet before use for specific hazard information, first-aid measures, and disposal instructions. Dispose of waste according to local regulations and your institution's chemical waste procedures.
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