Description

Pristane CAS NO 1921-70-6 is a high-purity, branched-chain saturated hydrocarbon (isoprenoid) widely recognized for its exceptional chemical stability and inertness. This product is a critical reagent in immunological research, specifically for inducing chronic inflammation models such as pristane-induced arthritis in mice. It serves as a foundational material for advanced research and development in life sciences, industrial lubricants, and specialty chemical synthesis, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount.

Application

• Immunological Research: Essential for inducing pristane-induced arthritis (PIA) and lupus models in murine studies for autoimmune disease research.
• Adjuvant Formulation: Used in the preparation of incomplete Freund's adjuvant (IFA) analogs for vaccine development and immunology studies.
• Biomedical Research: Acts as a priming agent for the generation of monoclonal antibody-producing hybridomas and ascites fluid.
• Industrial Lubricants: Serves as a high-performance base oil or additive in specialty synthetic lubricants and greases due to its thermal and oxidative stability.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as an inert reaction medium or a hydrophobic solvent in organic synthesis and nanoparticle preparation.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for analytical method development and calibration.
• Material Science: Functions as a plasticizer or processing aid in polymer and elastomer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pristane
CAS No.	1921-70-6
Molecular Formula	C19H40
Molecular Weight	268.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6,10,14-Tetramethylpentadecane; Norphytane; Pristerane; TMPD; 2,6,10,14-Tetramethylpentadecane (Pristane); Isohexadecane (technical grade); NSC 8451; EINECS 217-646-3
EINECS	217-646-3

Quality Control

Our Pristane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen, please contact us for specific handling recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0% (typical 99.0%)
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.438 - 1.442
Density (20°C)	0.782 - 0.788 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1% (w/w)

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