Description

Tetracosene is a high-purity, long-chain α-olefin with significant industrial utility. This C24 hydrocarbon is valued for its role as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricant additives, and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, petrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for its predictable reactivity and consistent quality.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for producing long-chain alcohols, acids, and amines via hydroformylation, oxidation, or amination reactions.
• Surfactant & Detergent Manufacturing: Used in the production of high-performance, biodegradable surfactants for industrial and household cleaning formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Serves as a feedstock for creating viscosity index improvers, pour-point depressants, and other performance-enhancing additives.
• Polymer & Co-Monomer: Employed in the synthesis of polyalphaolefins (PAOs) for synthetic lubricants and as a co-monomer in polyethylene and other polyolefins to modify properties.
• Specialty Chemicals & Fine Chemicals: Acts as a starting material for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and cosmetic ingredients requiring specific long-chain alkyl groups.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms, material science, and as a standard in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetracosene
CAS No.	10192-32-2
Molecular Formula	C24H48
Molecular Weight	336.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Tetracosene; Tetracos-1-ene; n-Tetracosene; C24 Alpha Olefin; 1-Tetracosylene; (C20-C24) Alpha Olefins (component); Long-chain α-olefin C24
EINECS	233-455-4

Quality Control

Our Tetracosene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer distribution, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Total C24 Olefins)
1-Tetracosene Content (GC)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%

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