Hexyl Isocyanate
- CAS No.2525-62-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity hexyl isocyanate (CAS 2525-62-4) for use as a specialty intermediate in organic synthesis and polyurethane chemistry.
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Product Overview
Hexyl isocyanate is a high-purity aliphatic isocyanate widely employed as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. With the molecular formula C7H13NO and a molecular weight of 127.18 g/mol, this compound serves as a critical reagent in the production of ureas, carbamates, and polyurethane-based materials. Its linear alkyl chain imparts desirable hydrophobic characteristics, making it particularly valuable in the development of specialty coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C7H13NO |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 127.18 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 2525-62-4 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Density | 0.873 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 162–164 °C (lit.) |
| Flash Point | 140 °F (60 °C) |
Industrial Applications
As a reactive intermediate, hexyl isocyanate is primarily utilized in controlled laboratory and industrial-scale syntheses where precise isocyanate functionality is required. Key application areas include:
- Synthesis of long-chain urea derivatives for agrochemical and pharmaceutical research
- Preparation of hydrophobic polyurethane prepolymers for moisture-resistant coatings
- Custom chemical manufacturing requiring aliphatic isocyanate moieties with enhanced solubility in organic media
- Development of specialty surfactants and surface modifiers
Due to its reactivity with water and alcohols, strict handling protocols under anhydrous conditions are recommended. The product is typically supplied in sealed drums to maintain stability and purity during transport and storage.
