Name: 2-Cyclohexylethanol
Cas: 4442-79-9
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on 2-Cyclohexylethanol
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C8H16O |
| MW: | 128.21 |
| EINECS: | 224-672-1 |
Basic Info
2-Cyclohexylethanol, a cyclic organic compound composed of a group of cyclohexyl and an alcohol group joined by a covalent link, is a cyclic organic compound. The cyclohexyl ring is a stable and space-configuring carbon ring. The ethanol group, which consists of a two-carbon-chain structure and an hydroxyl (-OH), combines the properties of a cycle with those of alcohols due to its presence.
Physically, 2-cyclohexylethanol appears as a clear, colorless liquid with an odor. It is soluble in polar organic solvents, but also dispersible with some non-polar ones, due to its non-polar cyclohexyl and polar hydroxyl groups. The molecular interactions and internal structure of the molecule determine its physical constants such as density and refraction index.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -20 °C |
| Boiling point | 206-207 °C/745 mmHg (lit.) |
| density | 0.919 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 0.2 hPa (25 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.465(lit.) |
| Fp | 188 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| pka | 15.19±0.10(Predicted) |
| form | clear liquid |
| color | A colourless oily liquid. |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. floral waxy cool green peony lily dewy rose |
| Odor Type | floral |
| explosive limit | 0.9-6.3%(V) |
| Water Solubility | insoluble |
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In organic synthesis, the 2-cyclohexylethanol intermediate is widely used. Its molecular structure contains a stable cyclic framework, while its hydroxyethyl groups provide active hydroxyl sites. This allows it to take part in organic chemical reactions like esterification and oxidation. It can combine with carboxylic compounds to produce ester derivatives that are used as fragrance precursors and solvents. After an oxidation reaction it can be converted to corresponding carboxylic or aldehydic acids. These diverse reactions can provide a variety of functionally and structurally diverse compounds, which are essential raw materials in the synthesis and optimization of fine chemicals, such as drugs, perfumes and dyes.


Due to its unique and enchanting aroma properties, 2-cyclohexylethanol holds a prominent position in the spice industry. It has a persistent and mild scent with faint floral notes and herbal notes. Its complex aroma blends perfectly with a variety of spice ingredients. As a modifier, it can be used to soften the overall scent and reduce irritation in daily chemical essences, such as shampoo and soap essence. In edible essences, particularly baked food and beverage, it acts as a fixative and can extend the duration of the fragrance. Spice mixers prefer it because it makes the aroma of the end product last longer and is more pleasant.

In the ink and coatings industry, 2-cyclohexylethanol is a highly-efficient solvent or additive. It is highly soluble in acrylic resin, polyurethane, organic pigments and other materials. It disperses these components quickly and evenly. It forms a stable colloidal solution, improves the rheological characteristics of coatings and enables them to be more easily leveled during construction. Its volatility can be precisely controlled so that it does not lead to premature curing or cracking on the surface of the coating due to rapid volatilization. The drying speed of the coating can be precisely controlled during the construction process. This reduces defects like bubbles, shrinkage and orange peel, and improves the final effect and construction quality.
Derivatives of 2-cyclohexylethanol play an important role in the research of drug synthesis. Its molecular structure is characterized by a cyclohexyl-ring that has a good solubility in lipids. This makes it easier to penetrate biological membranes. The hydroxyl group also provides an easy reaction site for structuring modification. Researchers can create compounds with specific biological activity by adding different functional groups, such as carboxyl, amino, or halogen. In preliminary pharmacological tests, these compounds showed potential antibacterial activity that can inhibit the growth certain pathogenic bacteria. They have also shown potential in antiinflammatory research and are expected exert anti-inflammatory effects through regulating the release inflammatory factors. This provides valuable exploration directions for new antibacterial and antibiotic drugs.

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