Description

2-Decyne is a straight-chain terminal alkyne with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₈, serving as a valuable building block in organic synthesis and materials science. Its terminal alkyne functionality makes it a versatile intermediate for coupling reactions, polymer synthesis, and the creation of specialty chemicals. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for their development and production processes.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor in Sonogashira, Glaser, and other cross-coupling reactions to form complex molecular architectures.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates that incorporate alkyne moieties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers, including polyacetylenes and functionalized materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for synthesizing organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Used to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) or to functionalize surfaces via "click chemistry" reactions.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: A substrate for developing and testing new catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and fragrance components.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Decyne
CAS No.	2384-70-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈
Molecular Weight	138.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Decy-2-yne; 1-Hexyl-1-butyne; n-Hexylacetylene; 2-Decyne; 1-Butyl-1-hexyne
EINECS	219-193-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Decyne is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 oxidizers. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.76 - 0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.428 - 1.432

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