Description

2,7-Dimethyloctane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS number 1072-16-8. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard in chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized in industrial R&D, petrochemical analysis, and as a component in specialty fuel formulations. Its defined structure makes it essential for calibration and method development in chromatography.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the production of more complex organic molecules and specialty chemicals.
• Chromatographic Reference Standard: Acts as a critical calibration standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) for hydrocarbon analysis.
• Petrochemical Research: Employed in studies of fuel properties, octane rating modeling, and hydrocarbon behavior.
• Specialty Solvent Formulations: A component in high-purity solvent blends for specific laboratory and industrial processes.
• Material Science: Investigated for its properties in polymer and lubricant additive research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Dimethyloctane
CAS No.	1072-16-8
Molecular Formula	C10H22
Molecular Weight	142.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dimethyloctane; Isobutylisopentylmethane; 1,1-Diisobutylethane; 2,7-Dimethyl-octane; Isooctane (specific isomer); Decane, 2,7-dimethyl-; UNII-8V71N1C4QJ
EINECS	214-001-6

Quality Control

Our 2,7-Dimethyloctane is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the demands of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.72 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.405

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.