Cyclohexylamine

Cyclohexylamine (C6H13NH2) is a colourless to pale yellow liquid. It has a strong Ammonia-like odour. It is soluble in water and also in organic solvents like ethanol and ether.

Common uses of Cyclohexylamine:

• Corrosion Inhibitor: Cyclohexylamine is used as a corrosion inhibitor in various applications, especially in water treatment and industrial processes.
• Chemical Intermediate: It is used as a precursor in the synthesis of other chemicals, such as Cyclohexyl Isocyanate, which can be used in the manufacture of urethane foam and other industrial products.
• Pesticides: Cyclohexylamine is employed in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, often as part of chemical formulations.
• Rubber Industry: It can be used as a vulcanisation accelerator in the rubber industry, improving the processing of rubber products.
• Research: It is used in organic synthesis in laboratories to create various derivatives, especially when specific amine reactions are needed.