Hanson Chemicals

Cyclohexylamine

Formula: C₆H₁₁NH₂
CAS Number: 108-91-8
EC Number (EINECS): 203-629-0
HS Code: 29214200
UN Number: 2357
IUPAC Name: Cyclohexanamine
Also Known As: CHA; Aminocyclohexane
Molecular Weight, g/mol: 99.17

Typical Specifications

Appearance: Colorless to yellowish liquid
Odor: Fishy, ammonia-like
Melting Point, °C: –17
Boiling Point, °C: 134–135
Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): 0.86
Flash Point, °C: 27 (closed cup)
Refractive Index (20°C): 1.458
Solubility: Miscible with water at 20°C
pH (1% solution): Strongly alkaline (~11.5)
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): 10 mmHg
Purity, %: ≥99
Grades Available: Industrial, Technical, High Purity
Packaging: 170kg drums, 850kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks

Applications / Uses

Primary Applications

  • Intermediate for rubber accelerators and vulcanization chemicals

  • Used in production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides

  • Raw material for corrosion inhibitors and plasticizers

Secondary Applications

  • Intermediate in synthesis of pharmaceuticals

  • Used in dyestuffs and textile chemicals

  • Employed in water treatment formulations

End Industries Served: Agrochemicals, Rubber, Pharmaceuticals, Textiles, Water Treatment, Plastics

Safety & Handling Information

Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 3), Acute Toxicity (Category 3, oral/dermal/inhalation), Corrosive (Category 1B)

Hazard Statements (H-Codes):

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor

  • H301 + H311 + H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin, or inhaled

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):

  • P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames

  • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection

  • P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting

  • P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN – remove contaminated clothing, rinse with water

Storage Conditions

  • Store in tightly sealed containers under cool, ventilated conditions

  • Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents

  • Absorbs CO₂ from air; keep container closed

Transport Information

  • ADR/RID: Class 3, UN2357, PG II

  • IMDG: Class 3, UN2357, PG II

  • IATA: Class 3, UN2357, PG II

Regulatory Information

  • REACH Status (EU): Registered

  • FDA Approval: Not approved for food use

  • ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001 for manufacturing)

  • Country Standards: Meets industrial specifications; customized grades available

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