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Dicyclohexylmethane

Also known as Methane, dicyclohexyl-, Cyclohexane, 1,1'-methylenebis-, cyclohexylmethylcyclohexane

CAS 3178-23-2Formula C13H24Molar mass 180.34 g/mol
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Dicyclohexylmethane chemical structure, C13H24, CAS 3178-23-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
3178-23-2
Formula
C13H24
Molar mass
180.34 g/mol
HS code
290219
Category
Paraffins, waxes and cycloalkanes

What is Dicyclohexylmethane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dicyclohexylmethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C13H24 and a molar mass of 180.34 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 3178-23-2. The IUPAC name is cyclohexylmethylcyclohexane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
cyclohexylmethylcyclohexane
CAS number
3178-23-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C13H24
UNII
YXE2ZTZ1VY
MDL number
MFCD00715744
InChIKey
XXKOQQBKBHUATC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H24/c1-3-7-12(8-4-1)11-13-9-5-2-6-10-13/h12-13H,1-11H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1CCC(CC1)CC2CCCCC2

Synonyms

  • Methane, dicyclohexyl-
  • Cyclohexane, 1,1'-methylenebis-
  • cyclohexylmethylcyclohexane
  • Ureol 6414 A
  • bis(cyclohexyl)methane
  • 1,1'-Methylenedicyclohexane
  • Cyclohexane,1'-methylenebis-
  • Cyclohexane,1,1-methylenebis-
  • (Cyclohexylmethyl)cyclohexane #

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
180.34 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
180.1878 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.54calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
2calc.
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, C1CCC(CC2CCCCC2)CC1

C1CCC(CC2CCCCC2)CC1

2 rings, 13 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

180 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2902.19Indicative HS code

Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other

World exports in 2024
$979M
+24.3% vs 2023, imports $1B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.4%
  2. United States20.6%
  3. Germany13.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported9.9%
  2. United States9.8%
  3. South Korea9.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Dicyclohexylmethane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Dicyclohexylmethane?

Dicyclohexylmethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C13H24 and a molar mass of 180.34 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 3178-23-2. The IUPAC name is cyclohexylmethylcyclohexane.

What is the CAS number of Dicyclohexylmethane?

The CAS registry number of Dicyclohexylmethane is 3178-23-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dicyclohexylmethane?

The molecular formula of Dicyclohexylmethane is C13H24 and its molar mass is 180.34 g/mol.

Is Dicyclohexylmethane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Dicyclohexylmethane is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dicyclohexylmethane?

Dicyclohexylmethane is usually classified under HS code 290219 (Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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