Description

Isodecane is a highly branched, saturated hydrocarbon solvent known for its exceptional volatility and purity. Its primary value lies in providing a fast-evaporating, low-viscosity, and odorless medium for high-performance formulations. This makes it a critical component for manufacturers in the personal care, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking superior sensory profiles and rapid drying times.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: A key volatile carrier in high-end perfumes, deodorants, and hair sprays, where it imparts a dry, non-greasy feel and enhances fragrance longevity.
• Coatings & Inks: Used as a fast-evaporating solvent in specialty coatings, printing inks, and adhesive formulations to control drying time and film formation.
• Chemical Synthesis & Extraction: Serves as an inert, high-purity reaction medium or extraction solvent in laboratory and industrial processes.
• Cleaning & Degreasing: An effective ingredient in precision cleaning fluids for electronics and metal parts due to its high volatility and low residue.
• Plasticizer & Additive Carrier: Functions as a carrier solvent for plasticizers, UV stabilizers, and other additives in polymer processing.
• Standard & Reference Material: Utilized as a chromatographic standard and reference material in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isodecane
CAS No.	34464-38-5
Molecular Formula	C10H22
Molecular Weight	142.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylnonane; Iso-Decane; 2-Methylnonane (principal component); Decane, branched; Highly branched C10 alkane; Isoparaffin C10
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Quality Control

Our Isodecane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Density @ 20°C	0.73 - 0.74 g/mL
Refractive Index @ 20°C	1.418 - 1.422
Boiling Point	~160 - 170 °C
Flash Point	≥ 40 °C

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