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Cyclohexanol

Also known as Cyclohexyl alcohol, 1-Cyclohexanol, Hexahydrophenol

CAS 108-93-0Formula C6H12OMolar mass 100.16 g/molEC 203-630-6
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 158 suppliers listed
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Cyclohexanol chemical structure, C6H12O, CAS 108-93-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless needles or viscous liquid
Melting point
25.9 °C
Boiling point
161.8 °C
Density
Relative density (water = 1): 0.96
Flash point
62.8 °C
HS code
290612
Category
Alcohol and glycol solvents
UN number
UN 1986
Illustrative photo, colourless crystals beside an amber glass bottle on a laboratory bench
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Cyclohexanol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Cyclohexanol is an alcohol that consists of cyclohexane bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of cyclohexanols. It has a role as a solvent. It is a member of cyclohexanols and a secondary alcohol.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
cyclohexanol
CAS number
108-93-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
203-630-6
Molecular formula
C6H12O
UNII
8E7S519M3P
MDL number
MFCD00003855
INCI name
CYCLOHEXANOL
InChIKey
HPXRVTGHNJAIIH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H12O/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h6-7H,1-5H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1CCC(CC1)O

Synonyms

  • Cyclohexyl alcohol
  • 1-Cyclohexanol
  • Hexahydrophenol
  • Hydrophenol
  • Hydroxycyclohexane
  • Hexalin
  • Adronal
  • Hydralin
  • Naxol
  • Adronol
  • Anol
  • Cicloesanolo
  • Cykloheksanol
  • Phenol, hexahydro-
  • Cyclohexan-1-ol
  • Cyclohexanol-d11
  • CXL
  • Cyclohexanols
  • Hydroxycyclohexane, NSC 403656, NSC 54711, Naxol, Phenol, hexahydro-
  • Cylcohexanol
  • cyclohexyl-alcohol
  • Cyclohexane, hydroxy-
  • 4-06-00-00020 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Cyclohexanol, p.a., 99.0%
  • Cyclohexanol, analytical standard
Show all 31 synonyms
  • Cyclohexanol, ReagentPlus(R), 99%
  • Cyclohexanol, puriss., >=99.0% (GC)
  • Cyclohexanol, SAJ first grade, >=95.0%
  • Cyclohexanol Solution in Methanol, 100ug/mL
  • Cyclohexanol, JIS special grade, >=98.0%
  • Cyclohexanol Solution in Methanol, 1000ug/mL

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Colorless needles or viscous liquidexp.
Odour
Camphor-like odorexp.
Melting point
25.9 °Cexp.
Boiling point
161.8 °Cexp.
Density
Relative density (water = 1): 0.96exp.
Flash point
62.8 °Cexp.
Autoignition temperature
300 °Cexp.
Solubility
3.6% (wt/wt) in water at 20 °C, miscible with ethyl acetate, linseed oil, petroleum solvents.exp.
Vapour pressure
Specific heat = 1.747 Joules/g, Vapor pressure = 0.15 kPa at 20 °C, 0.48 kPa at 45 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
100.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
100.0888 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.31calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCCCC1

C1CCCCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Cyclohexane ring system.

24,737 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
210NFPA 704 rating

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H332Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (17)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 1986

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Solvent for alkyd resins, alcohol-soluble phenolic resins, ethyl cellulose. Manufacture of celluloid, finishing textiles, in insecticides.

Oxidation of cyclohexanol to adipic acid is the most important use... 90% of adipic acid produced in the United States is used in the manufacture of nylon-6,6... The next important usage of cyclohexanol, pure or admixed with cyclohexanone as KA-oil, is in the production of caprolactam, which is used in the manufacture of nylon-6 polymer.

Chemical intermediate, a stabilizer and homogenizer for soaps and synthetic detergent emulsions, solvent for lacquers and varnishes.

As a solvent for oils ...

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shellacs...

Soap making to incorporate solvents and phenolic insecticides, source of adipic acid for nylon, textile finishing, solvent for alkyd and phenolic resins, cellulosics, blending agent, lacquers, paints and varnishes, finish removers, emulsified products, leather degreasing, polishes, plasticizers, plastics, germicides.

Industrial uses: Dispersing agent, Solvent, Processing aids not otherwise specified, Diluent, Cleaning agent, Intermediate.

Consumer uses: Cleaning agent, Solvent, Dispersing agent.

Use classes: Insecticides.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CYCLOHEXANOL(perfuming)

Roles

  • solvent

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming

How it is made

Cyclohexanol can be prepared in high yield by either vapor- or liquid-phase hydrogenation of phenol. Vapor-phase hydrogenation can be carried out by using a supported nickel catalyst or a nickel catalyst containing copper, cobalt, or manganese. The support is usually alumina or silicic acid. Yields as high as 98% have been reported. ... Commercial liquid-phase hydrogenation of phenol under mild conditions with a palladium on carbon catalyst gives greater than 99% yield of cyclohexanone at 90% conversion.

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By adjusting the operating conditions and changing to a Raney nickel catalyst, 99.9% selectivity for cyclohexanol can be achieved.

Liquid-phase oxidation of cyclohexane.

Boric acid modified oxidation of cyclohexane ... In the 1950s, Scientific Design (now Halcon International) developed a process in which anhydrous metaboric acid was added as a slurry to the first of several staged air oxidation vessels. The cyclohexyl hydroperoxide formed is trapped as the cyclohexyl perborate ester. The perborate ester then reacts with additional cyclohexane in the air oxidizer to yield the borate ester and additional cyclohexanol. This borate ester is relatively stable in the air oxidizer and is protected from over oxidation to ring-opened products. The ester is subsequently hydrolyzed to cyclohexanol and boric acid. The boric acid is dehydrated to metaboric acid and is recycled to the air oxidizer.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 603-009-00-3

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cyclohexanol is traded under.

HS 2906.12Exact HS code

Cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols

World exports in 2024
$123M
+12.9% vs 2023, imports $117M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Japan75.8%
  2. Italy7.8%
  3. Belgium3.8%
Top importers
  1. South Korea82.0%
  2. Germany7.1%
  3. Italy1.8%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Cyclohexanol is indicative (it was matched by name in the HS nomenclature). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cyclohexanol, based on the data on this page

What is Cyclohexanol?

Cyclohexanol is an alcohol that consists of cyclohexane bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of cyclohexanols. It has a role as a solvent. It is a member of cyclohexanols and a secondary alcohol.

What is the CAS number of Cyclohexanol?

The CAS registry number of Cyclohexanol is 108-93-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cyclohexanol?

The molecular formula of Cyclohexanol is C6H12O and its molar mass is 100.16 g/mol.

What is Cyclohexanol used for?

Solvent for alkyd resins, alcohol-soluble phenolic resins, ethyl cellulose. Manufacture of celluloid, finishing textiles, in insecticides. Oxidation of cyclohexanol to adipic acid is the most important use... 90% of adipic acid produced in the United States is used in the manufacture of nylon-6,6...

Is Cyclohexanol hazardous?

Cyclohexanol carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, harmful if inhaled. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cyclohexanol?

Cyclohexanol is usually classified under HS code 290612 (Cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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