Description

3,4-Diethyl-3-Hexanol is a branched-chain aliphatic alcohol with the CAS number 19398-78-8. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced organic synthesis and industrial formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the chemical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for producing high-value derivatives and performance materials.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex esters, ethers, and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other aroma chemicals due to its specific molecular structure.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in formulations requiring a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for resins, polymers, and coatings.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Utilized in the synthesis of additives that improve lubricity and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as an intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Plasticizer Precursor: A starting material for manufacturing plasticizers that enhance polymer flexibility.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Diethyl-3-Hexanol
CAS No.	19398-78-8
Molecular Formula	C10H22O
Molecular Weight	158.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Diethylhexan-3-ol; 3-Hexanol, 3,4-diethyl-; 3,4-Diethyl-3-hexanol; 3,4-Diethylhexanol-3; 3,4-Diethyl-3-hydroxyhexane; Diethylhexanol (mixed isomers)
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Diethyl-3-Hexanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (20°C)	0.820 - 0.840 g/mL

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