Description

3-Methyl-1-Pentene is a branched-chain terminal alkene of significant industrial interest due to its high reactivity and volatility. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, fine chemicals, and performance additives. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, polymer chemists, and manufacturers in the petrochemical and specialty materials sectors seeking to modify polymer properties or create novel chemical structures.

Application

• Polymer & Copolymer Synthesis: Acts as a comonomer to introduce branching and modify the physical properties (e.g., flexibility, glass transition temperature) of polyolefins and other polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in alkylation, hydroformylation, and metathesis reactions to build more complex molecules for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive Research: Investigated as a precursor or model compound for developing novel octane boosters and viscosity modifiers.
• Chemical Derivatization: Employed to functionalize surfaces or molecules via its reactive double bond for material science applications.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a substrate for testing and optimizing new catalytic systems in academic and industrial research.
• Standard & Reference Material: Used in analytical laboratories for calibration and method development in gas chromatography and spectroscopy.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1-Pentene
CAS No.	13643-02-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12
Molecular Weight	84.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylpent-1-ene; 1-Pentene, 3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-1-pentylene; NSC 73912; β-Methyl-α-butylethylene; 3-Methylamylene
EINECS	237-125-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1-Pentene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including Gas Chromatography (GC) and meets rigorous internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when not in use to prevent evaporation and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°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)	0.670 - 0.690 g/mL
Boiling Point	54 - 56 °C

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