Description

7-Methylenepentadecane is a high-purity, long-chain alkene derivative, identified by CAS NO 210573-39-0. This specialty hydrocarbon is valued for its unique structural properties, serving as a critical intermediate and functional component in advanced material synthesis. It is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers seeking to develop novel polymers, lubricant additives, and fine chemicals with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Acts as a comonomer or chain-transfer agent in the production of specialty polyolefins and hydrocarbon resins.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Used as a precursor or performance additive to modify viscosity, improve stability, and enhance lubricity in synthetic oils and industrial fluids.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A versatile building block for synthesizing longer-chain alkanes, alcohols, and other functionalized organic compounds in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Serves as a hydrophobic tail in the formulation of non-ionic surfactants for niche industrial applications.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs), organic thin films, and model compounds for surface chemistry studies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as a synthetic intermediate for musk-like or long-lasting fragrance components.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methylenepentadecane
CAS No.	210573-39-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂
Molecular Weight	224.43 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methylidenepentadecane; Pentadecane, 7-methylene-; 7-Methylenepentadecane; 1-Pentadecene, 7-methylene-; 7-Methylidene-pentadecan; 7-Methylenpentadecan; 210573-39-0 (CAS); 7-Methylenpentadecan (German)
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Quality Control

Our 7-Methylenepentadecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.78 - 0.82 g/mL

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