Description

5-Methyldecane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS number 13151-35-4. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard in chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized in industrial and laboratory settings where a defined, high-purity hydrocarbon structure is required.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the production of more complex organic molecules, including surfactants, lubricants, and specialty polymers.
• Chromatographic Reference Standard: Acts as a calibration standard in gas chromatography (GC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) for hydrocarbon analysis.
• Solvent & Diluent: Employed as a non-polar solvent or diluent in specific formulations and research applications.
• Fuel & Lubricant Research: Studied as a model compound for understanding the combustion properties and performance of branched hydrocarbons in fuel and lubricant development.
• Organic Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a reagent in educational and research laboratories for experiments involving hydrocarbon chemistry.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: A precursor in the synthesis of fine chemicals and performance materials requiring specific alkyl chain architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyldecane
CAS No.	13151-35-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₄
Molecular Weight	156.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyldecane; Decane, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-n-decane; 1-Methyl-5-ethyloctane; 5-Methyldekan (German); 5-Metildecano (Italian); 5-メチルデカン (Japanese)
EINECS	236-115-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyldecane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. 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 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.74 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.42

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