Description

3-Ethylheptane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS registry number 15869-80-4. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in various high-precision chemical syntheses and industrial processes due to its specific hydrocarbon structure. It is primarily utilized by research laboratories, specialty chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in fuel additive development and calibration standards.

Application

• As a non-polar solvent for organic synthesis and extraction processes.
• As a reference standard and calibrant in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry for analytical laboratories.
• As a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules and specialty chemicals.
• In fuel and combustion research for studying hydrocarbon properties and octane rating correlations.
• As a component in specialty hydrocarbon mixtures and synthetic lubricant formulations.
• For material compatibility testing and elastomer swelling studies in the polymer industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethylheptane
CAS No.	15869-80-4
Molecular Formula	C9H20
Molecular Weight	128.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethylheptane; Heptane, 3-ethyl-; NSC 74115; 1,1-Diethylpentane; 3-Ethyl-n-heptane; Ethylheptane
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylheptane 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 to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~0.72 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.405
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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