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1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol, cis + trans, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16769.22
100 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol, cis + trans, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16769.22
100 g, Each
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Catalog number: A16769.22
also known as A16769-22
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
105-08-8
IUPAC Name
[4-(hydroxymethyl)cyclohexyl]methanol
Molecular Formula
C8H16O2
InChI Key
YIMQCDZDWXUDCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
OCC1CCC(CO)CC1
Appearance (Color)
White or translucent
Form
Low melting solid, clear as melt
Assay (GC)
≥98.5% (sum of isomers)
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Refractive Index
1.4875-1.4905 as melt

Description

CHDM is a precursor to polyesters. It is one of the most important co-monomers for production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), or polyethylene terephthalic ester (PETE).

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
CHDM is a precursor to polyesters. It is one of the most important co-monomers for production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), or polyethylene terephthalic ester (PETE).

Solubility
Miscible with water, glycolether and ketones.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents, water, moisture.
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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
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    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing