Cyclohexylamine
Cyclohexylamine is an organic compound, belonging to the aliphatic amine class. It is a colorless liquid, although, like many amines, samples are often colored due to contaminants. It has a fishy odor and is miscible with water. Like other amines, it is a weak base, compared to strong bases such as NaOH, but it is a stronger base than its aromatic analog, aniline. It is a useful intermediate in the production of many other organic compounds (e.g cyclamate).
- Synonyms
- Cyclohexanamine I Cyclohexylamine
- Chemical Formula
- C6H13N
- CAS Number
- 108-91-8
Characteristics
- Melting Point
- -17 °C
- Boiling Point
- 134 °C
- Density
- 0.867 g/mL at 25 °C
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Solvents