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This section provides an overview for methylcyclohexane as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 20 methylcyclohexane manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked methylcyclohexane companies as of December, 2024: 1.CYMIT QUÍMICA S.L., 2.ChemPoint, 3.Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp..
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Figure 1. Basic information on methylcyclohexane
Methylcyclohexane is a clear, colorless or nearly colorless liquid organic compound with a characteristic odor.
Methylcyclohexane is a type of distillate obtained from heavy oil. It is used as a solvent in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, as well as in correction fluid and jet fuel. For example, JP-7 (Jet Propellant 7), a jet fuel developed by the US Air Force for supersonic aircraft, contains about 20-30% methylcyclohexane.
In the automotive industry, methylcyclohexane is being explored as a potential fuel for hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles (FCVs), and it has recently gained attention as a household name.
Methylcyclohexane can be converted to hydrogen for transportation and storage, allowing hydrogen to be stored as a liquid compressed to 1/500 of its volume. Therefore, methylcyclohexane may play a significant role in the future of FCVs as the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly increasing as a way to combat global warming.
Methylcyclohexane has the chemical formula C7H14, molecular weight 98.19, melting point -126°C, and boiling point 100°C. It is extremely soluble in acetone and virtually insoluble in water. Methylcyclohexane is sometimes abbreviated as MCH.
Its CAS number is 108-87-2.
Figure 2. Structure of methylcyclohexane
Methylcyclohexane is a cycloalkane with one methyl group attached to a cyclohexane ring. It typically adopts a chair-shaped conformation.
In methylcyclohexane, the hydrogen atoms of the methyl group at position 1 and those at positions 3 and 5 experience steric hindrance. Therefore, the equatorial conformation is generally more stable than the axial conformation, due to 1,3-diaxial interactions.
Figure 3. Mechanism of hydrogen storage in methylcyclohexane
Hydrogenation of toluene produces methylcyclohexane. Hydrogen can be extracted by dehydrogenation using a catalyst. As an organic hydride, methylcyclohexane is being studied as a stable method for hydrogen storage and transportation.
The theoretical hydrogen storage density of methylcyclohexane is 47.0 kg-H2/m3. The storage density is somewhat lower than that of benzene and cyclohexane (56.0 kg-H2/m3) and naphthalene and decalin (65.4 kg-H2/m3). However, methylcyclohexane has the advantage of maintaining a liquid state over a wide temperature range.
Several companies have developed dehydrogenation catalysts for methylcyclohexane and have successfully demonstrated hydrogen supply on a commercial basis. Another company has received an order for a hydrogen generation system combining methylcyclohexane and wind turbines at Showa Station in Antarctica.
Methylcyclohexane has low photochemical reactivity, making it less likely to contribute to photochemical smog. It is less toxic than xylene and toluene.
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Spectrum Chemical MFG Corp. was founded in 1971, is headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and has facilities in Gardena, California. Spectrum is a fine chemical manufacturing company with an emphasis on USP, NF, FCC, BP, EP, JP, and ACS grade products, and is ISO 9001:2015 certified. Spectrum primarily serves the analytical, biopharmaceutical, food & beverage, personal care, and pharmaceutical chemicals industries. Spectrum has 4 product segments which are chemicals, equipment, supplies, and safety.
Cambridge Isotope Laboratories (CIL) established in 1981, is a global supplier of stable isotopes and labeled compounds, headquartered in the United States. The company provides of products for research, environmental analysis, and medical applications.Their comprehensive product offerings include isotopically labeled standards, biochemicals, and gases, catering to many industries and scientific communities, with partnerships worldwide. They specializes in the process of labeling biochemical and organic compounds with highly enriched, stable (nonradioactive) isotopes of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen.
Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc., established in 1991 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an American manufacturer and supplier specializing in biological products for medical research. Initially providing antibodies to the research community, they expanded their offerings to include gene silencers like siRNA and shRNA (plasmid and lentiviral), targeting all known mouse and human genes. Over time, Santa Cruz Biotechnology provides over 175,000 research biochemicals under the brand ChemCruz, including protein-interacting inhibitors, substrates, and activators, tailored for studying protein functions. The company offers monoclonal primary antibodies, designed for various mammalian and non-mammalian protein targets, along with corresponding binding secondary antibodies.
Sankyo Chemical Co. LTD., established in 1957 and headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, is a manufacturer of several intermediate materials, including paints, industrial cleaning agents, thinners, organic industrial chemicals, and adhesives. The products can be used in several areas, including silk screen printing, wiping off resin, washing agents for flux, metal processing, and mold forming. The company accepts contract manufacturing and provides several environmentally friendly products that comply with ISO 14001, the Industrial Safety and Health Law, and the PRTR (Pollutant Release and Transfer Register) Law.
Kishida Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1924 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of reagents and high-purity chemicals and also does drug discovery support activities. Its product portfolio includes fine chemicals, research chemicals, ionic liquid, organic micro-analytical reagents, and chemical reagents for analysis. The products support several industries, including reagent business, battery material, drug discovery, and life science. The company is ISO 14001 certified and supplies several companies worldwide, including Meterion Advanced Chemicals Inc., Acros Organics, ChemBridge Corporation, Decon Laboratories, and InerBioScreen Ltd.
Biosynth is a Swiss manufacturer of life science reagents established in 1966 and headquartered in Staad. The company sources and manufactures biochemical products such as carbohydrates, nucleosides, and enzyme substrates, as well as various peptides and biologics. They also operate as a contract manufacturer offering custom synthesis and manufacturing services for their clients in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, food, and agrochemical sectors. Biosynth has regional sales offices and specialized facilities in Europe and North America, including in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and United States.
Toronto Research Chemicals Inc., founded in 1982 and based in Toronto, Canada, is a manufacturer of biochemicals and is a subsidiary of LGC Standards. The ISO 9001-certified company has an extensive catalog of over 350,000 products, including metabolites, impurities, and natural products APIs, which are used in several applications like environmental analysis, forensic science, and medicinal R&D. The company supports the scientific community across more than 120 countries and has 19 production laboratories. In 2019, it was bought by LGC, which provides components to customers in the pharmaceutical, clinical diagnostics, and food markets, among others.
TCI America (TCI) was founded in 1946 and is a worldwide manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals. The company produces organic laboratory chemicals as well as pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and functional materials. TCI’s product segments include Chemistry, Life Science, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, and Custom & Bulk. For materials science, the company manufactures battery materials, nanocarbon materials, and magnetic materials. For life sciences, the company produces antibodies, reagents, and chemicals for cancer research. The company produces HLC, NMR, various chemicals, and resins and media for analytical chemistry.
Honeywell, founded in 1906, in Wabash, Indiana is manufacturer of automotive parts, building technologies, and performance and safety materials for aerospace, The company's product portfolio includes electronic guidance systems, cockpit instrumentation, lighting, automotive parts, and primary propulsion and secondary power turbine engines. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. Their headquartere is located in Carolina and they have global sales offices and distributions channels.
Merck, started in 1668 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a supplier of solutions and services for research, development, and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biotechnological drug therapies. The company serves the life science industry and has a broad portfolio of 300,000 products, including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial microbiology, reagent, life science research, and water purification products. It is available in 66 countries, brings together six brands, and has several ISO certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO 50001.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
RCI Labscan Limited, founded in Thailand in 1991, is a manufacturer, supplier and distributor of laboratory equipment and chemical solvents for various industries. Its range of chemical solvents includes oxalic acid, acetone, dichloroethylene, ethanol, and hematoxylin. It also offers N-butyl acetate VLSI, a chemically purity solvent used in the electronics industry due to its low levels of metallic impurities and suitability for trace metal analysis. Zinc sulfate heptahydrate (zinc vitriol) is used for general analytical applications.The company serves as a supplier and distributor of reagents and chemical-related products for the solar PV and electronics industries.
Leonid Chemicals, established in 1999 and based in Bangalore, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of laboratory chemicals. The company's product range includes Leonid, Accela, Euriso Top, CIL, and TRC. These products are designed for use in academic and research institutions, analytical and research & development laboratories, and various manufacturing processes in diverse industries. It primarily serves sectors such as pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and research and development centers. The company has a portfolio of high-purity chemicals and provides services such as quality assurance, chemical abbreviations, safety guidelines, and certification assistance.
Alfa Aesar is based in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Alfa Aesar is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, metals, and life science products for research and development. Alfa Aesar’s product lines include chemicals, life science, materials & metals, catalysts, and analytical & lab ware. Chemical offerings include inorganic compounds, organic compounds, organometallic, and solvents. Life sciences include biotechnology products, cellular & molecular biology, genomics, and immunology. Materials & metal include alloys, carbon, etchants, and more. Catalysts include ferrocenes, fuel cell products, and precious metals & catalysts. Alfa Aesar also offers custom manufacturing options.
Lab Pro Inc. (LP) is an American manufacturer and distributor of laboratory equipment and supplies that was established in Sunnyvale, California in 1979. The company produces various chemical products including reagents, oxidizers, and acids, as well as personal protective equipment (PPE), microscopes, and laboratory hand tools. It also offers laboratory instrumentation and utensils such as refractometers, forceps, and pH meters. Aside from its products, LP also provides vendor-managed inventory and lab chiller leasing services for its clients in industrial research facilities, academic institutions, and R&D testing laboratories.
Founded in Mumbai, India in 2006, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2015 & GMP certified chemical manufacturing company and distributor. Otto Chemie serves customers in many industries including agriculture and food processing, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, cement, as well as educational and R&D industries. Product offerings include antibiotics, amino acids, vitamins, detergents, ionic liquids, materials science compounds, labware, oil, metal & ceramic science compounds and tools, oils, reagents, solvents.
ChemPoint, established in 1999 and a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc., is a fine and specialty chemical distributor headquartered in Bellevue, Washington. The company runs ChemPoint, a personalized e-distribution platform that enables the marketing and sales of specialty and fine chemicals in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The platform features MarketConnect, a web-based tool that offers market transparency to customers and allows producers to review sales processes. ChemPoint offers a diverse range of specialty chemical products, including adhesives, lubricating fluids, polymers, sealants, and thermoplastics.
HAZMAT Resource, Inc., located in Irvine, California, USA, is a distributor of hazardous materials response equipment and materials. They specialize in personal protective equipment (PPE), testing devices, and technical reference materials for hazardous materials (hazmat) response. Their product range includes PPE such as suits, gloves, boots, and respirators to safeguard hazmat responders from dangerous substances. They offer various testing devices like meters, detectors, and kits for precise identification and measurement of hazardous materials. Additionally, the company provides technical reference materials like books, manuals, and software, equipping responders with essential knowledge on hazardous material properties and safe handling procedures.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CYMIT QUÍMICA S.L. |
16.7%
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| 2 | ChemPoint |
14.3%
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| 3 | Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp. |
11.9%
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| 4 | Leonid Chemicals Private Limited |
7.1%
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| 5 | Biosynth |
7.1%
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| 6 | Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
7.1%
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| 7 | Toronto Research Chemicals |
4.8%
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| 8 | Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc. |
4.8%
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| 9 | Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd |
4.8%
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| 10 | Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. |
4.8%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the methylcyclohexane page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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Japan
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4 | 28.6% |
|
United States of America
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3 | 21.4% |
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India
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2 | 14.3% |
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Switzerland
|
1 | 7.1% |
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Canada
|
1 | 7.1% |
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Thailand
|
1 | 7.1% |
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United Kingdom
|
1 | 7.1% |
Spain
|
1 | 7.1% |
