TCI H0087 Hexamethylbenzene is an aromatic compound supplied as a solid, in which six methyl groups are fully attached to the benzene ring so that every ring position is substituted. This perfectly symmetrical structure makes it one of the most widely used aromatic compounds serving both as a reference material and as a building block in chemistry laboratories. Because no hydrogen atoms remain on the ring, its properties and reactivity differ clearly from those of partially substituted benzenes, and it is precisely that difference which makes it valuable in organic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, and physical chemistry studies.
The property that leads researchers to select this material is the high electron density of the ring, produced by the electron-donating effect of the six methyl groups, which turns the molecule into an exceptionally electron-rich arena. This makes it readily able to form complexes with a wide range of transition metals and establishes it as a classic arene ligand in organometallic chemistry. The high molecular symmetry also produces a very simple NMR spectrum, so the compound is frequently used as an internal standard in quantitative analysis. As a solid that is stable at room temperature, the material is practical to weigh and to store.
In Indonesian laboratories, TCI H0087 Hexamethylbenzene is typically found in university and institutional research settings where organic synthesis, organometallic chemistry, and physical chemistry work is carried out. It is commonly kept as a standing reference compound for routine NMR quantitation, and drawn upon as a starting building block when fully substituted aromatic frameworks are required. Its stable solid form suits laboratories that need a dependable material for both teaching and research use.
- Internal standard for quantitative NMR analysis, where the high molecular symmetry yields a very simple spectrum that rarely overlaps with analyte signals and simplifies integration.
- Arene ligand in organometallic synthesis, since the electron-rich ring formed by six methyl groups readily coordinates to a wide range of transition metal centres.
- Non-heterocyclic building block in organic synthesis, providing a fully substituted aromatic framework for constructing target molecules that require complete ring substitution.
- Reference compound in physical chemistry studies, where its well-defined symmetric structure and stability as a room-temperature solid make measurements reproducible and easy to repeat.
- Teaching and demonstration material in organic chemistry courses, illustrating how full methyl substitution changes aromatic reactivity compared with benzene bearing free hydrogen positions.
| Brand | TCI |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 87-85-4 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Non-Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | available in the standard TCI catalogue pack sizes for this product code |
| Physical form | solid |
| Storage | keep in a closed container under normal laboratory storage conditions; the material is stable at room temperature |
Store TCI H0087 Hexamethylbenzene in its original tightly closed container, kept in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and from strong oxidising agents. Glass or chemically compatible plastic containers with secure closures are suitable, and containers should be clearly labelled and returned to the storage cabinet promptly after weighing. Handle the solid in a fume hood or a well-ventilated workspace, wearing a laboratory coat, safety glasses, and chemical-resistant gloves, and avoid generating or inhaling dust during transfer. Keep the container closed when not in use to prevent contamination that would compromise its reliability as a reference material, and follow institutional waste-disposal procedures for any residues.
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