Description

(3-Heptyl)Benzene is a high-purity alkylbenzene derivative, specifically a heptyl-substituted benzene. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring tailored aromatic hydrocarbons with specific chain lengths for performance applications.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricant additives, and specialty polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a building block or solvent in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Advanced Material Science: Employed in the formulation of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and specialty coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a reference standard or a mobile phase component in chromatographic separations.
• Specialty Solvent: Utilized in reactions requiring a non-polar, high-boiling aromatic solvent medium.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Potential use as a precursor for specific aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Heptyl)Benzene
CAS No.	2132-85-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀
Molecular Weight	176.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptyl-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methylheptylbenzene; m-Heptyltoluene; 3-Heptyltoluene; Heptylbenzene (mixed isomers); Benzene, (3-heptyl)-; 2132-85-6; 3-n-Heptyltoluene
EINECS	218-357-4

Quality Control

Our (3-Heptyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive 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 incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.86 - 0.88 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495

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