Description

Methylcyclooctane is a high-purity, highly volatile cyclic hydrocarbon solvent with the CAS registry number 1502-38-1. Its unique eight-membered ring structure provides a valuable combination of solvency power and volatility, making it a critical intermediate and performance solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers requiring a specialized, non-polar reaction medium. Key sectors that utilize this product include specialty chemical synthesis, advanced material research, and performance additive formulation.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Specialty Solvent: Used as a high-performance, non-polar solvent for reactions sensitive to more common solvents, particularly in organometallic chemistry and catalyst research.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying ring-strain chemistry, conformational analysis, and developing new catalytic processes.
• Standard & Reference Material: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) or analytical standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry for calibration and method development.
• Performance Additive Precursor: Used in the development of specialty lubricant additives, fuel additives, and other functional fluids where its cyclic structure imparts desired properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylcyclooctane
CAS No.	1502-38-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18
Molecular Weight	126.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methylcyclooctane; Cyclooctane, methyl-; 1-Methylcyclooctane; Methyl-cyclooctane; NSC 74149; UNII-7F8J1F4K1P
EINECS	216-114-4

Quality Control

Our Methylcyclooctane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, guaranteeing consistent quality, reliability, and compliance with your procedural requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°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)	0.79 - 0.81 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455

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