18-Crown-6 | CAS: 17455-13-9

Selective Ether for Alkali Metal Complexation and Ion Transport

Product Overview

18-Crown-6 (CAS No. 17455-13-9) is a cyclic ether known for its selective affinity for alkali metal cations, particularly K⁺. This versatile compound is widely used in various sectors including pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, plastics, and agrochemicals.
With ≥99.0% purity, 18-Crown-6 is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency and reliability.
Chemlyte Solutions offers an affordable alternative to other major suppliers, delivering high-performance 18-Crown-6 for research and industrial applications.

Key Properties

• Chemical Name: 18-Crown-6

• CAS Number: 17455-13-9

• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

• Purity: ≥99.0%

• Solubility: Soluble in polar organic solvents (acetone, ethanol, chloroform)

• Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight

Application Highlights

✅ Selective Metal Ion Complexation:

• Affinity for K⁺ and other alkali metal ions, ideal for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.

✅ Ion Transport and Electrochemical Sensors:

• Acts as an ionophore for ion-selective electrodes in plastics, agrochemicals, and food chemical testing.

✅ Solvent Extraction and Separation:

• Used in pharmaceutical applications for metal ion extraction and purification.

✅ Organic Synthesis Catalysis:

• Serves as a ligand in specialty chemicals and plastics manufacturing, enhancing reaction efficiency.

✅ Ion Pair Chromatography:

• Ideal for analytical applications in cosmetics additives and intermediates separation.

Typical End Uses

• Ion selective electrodes for environmental and food chemical testing

• Electrochemical sensors in cosmetics additives and plastics

• Solvent extraction in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

• Catalyst ligand for specialty chemicals

• Ion pairing reagent for intermediates and analytical chromatography

Packaging & Delivery

• Standard Sizes: 1 kg | 5 kg | 25 kg

• Custom Packaging: Available upon request

• Documentation: COA, MSDS, TDS

• Logistics: Global shipping with fast lead times

Why Chemlyte Solutions?

✅ High-quality 18-Crown-6 with competitive pricing
✅ Flexible packaging options and in-stock supply
✅ Over 10 years of experience in chemical sourcing and custom synthesis
✅ End-to-end technical support from sampling to full-scale implementation
✅ Full regulatory compliance and documentation for global shipments

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