Description

3-Ethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-Pentane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS number 16747-33-4. This compound is valued for its role as a high-purity chemical intermediate and a specialized solvent in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the petrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors for process development and formulation work.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules and specialty chemicals.
• Solvent for R&D: Acts as a non-polar, highly volatile solvent for laboratory-scale reactions and material processing.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for gas chromatography (GC) and other instrumental methods.
• Fuel & Petrochemical Research: Employed in studies related to octane rating, combustion characteristics, and hydrocarbon reaction mechanisms.
• Polymer Science: Utilized in the development and testing of polymeric materials and elastomers.
• Organic Synthesis: Functions as a building block or reagent in custom synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-Pentane
CAS No.	16747-33-4
Molecular Formula	C9H20
Molecular Weight	128.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-3-ethylpentane; 3-Ethyl-2,3-dimethylpentane; Pentane, 3-ethyl-2,3-dimethyl-; NSC 74135
EINECS	240-806-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-Pentane is produced and handled under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity verification, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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)	~1.41

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