Cyclohexane

Cyclohexane (CAS 110-82-7, EC 203-806-2, formula C6H12), also known commercially as hexamethylene, hexanaphthene, and hexahydrobenzene, is a cyclic hydrocarbon solvent with no assigned E-code. It is supplied as a high-purity liquid under these trade names across European industrial markets.

In pharmaceutical and food manufacturing, cyclohexane functions as a non-polar carrier solvent, dissolving lipophilic compounds and facilitating extraction processes where water-miscible solvents are unsuitable. In catalytic applications, it serves as a reaction medium that stabilizes catalyst activity while minimizing side reactions with sensitive intermediates.

Cyclohexane is available in technical and high-purity grades compliant with REACH regulations, with Ph.Eur.-grade material suitable for pharmaceutical manufacturing applications. FCC-grade material supports food and flavoring use where regulatory compliance is required. Standard European packaging includes drums and IBC containers, with bulk delivery available depending on volume requirements. HS code 29021100 applies for import and export classification.