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 |
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 |
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
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
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