Dicyclohexylamine

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Dicyclohexylamine

CAS Number: 101‑83‑7

Synonyms: Di Cyclohexylamine; DCHA; N‑Cyclohexyl‑cyclohexanamine

Chemical Formula: C₁₂H₂₃N

Product Introduction

Dicyclohexylamine is a clear to pale‑yellow liquid with a faint ammonia‑like odor. It serves as a sterically hindered secondary amine base and curing agent in epoxy resins, as well as a corrosion inhibitor and catalyst in polyurethane/urea systems.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Colorless to pale‑yellow liquid
Odor Mild ammonia‑like
Density @ 25 °C ~0.89–0.91 g/cm³
Melting Point –15 °C
Boiling Point ~175–178 °C @ 40 mmHg
Flash Point 96 °C (closed cup)
Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ) ~1.464
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; miscible with organic solvents
Molecular Weight 185.32 g/mol

Applications

  • Epoxy curing agent: Used in adhesives, coatings, and composite systems.
  • Corrosion inhibitor: Employed in metalworking fluids and hydraulic systems.
  • Polyurethane catalyst: Acts in urea/urethane foam reactions.
  • Organic synthesis base: Sterically hindered amine for selective reactions.
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