Description

3,3-Dimethyloctane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS number 4110-44-5, valued for its role as a high-purity intermediate and a non-polar solvent. Its defined molecular structure makes it a critical component in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry for creating specialized compounds and calibrating instrumentation. This chemical is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• As a high-purity intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• As a non-polar solvent in research and development for reactions involving strong acids or other sensitive reagents.
• As a reference standard and calibrant in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry for analytical method development.
• As a building block in polymer chemistry for modifying hydrocarbon-based resins and materials.
• In the formulation of specialty lubricants and functional fluids requiring specific hydrocarbon properties.
• For fuel and combustion research as a model compound to study ignition and emission characteristics of branched alkanes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethyloctane
CAS No.	4110-44-5
Molecular Formula	C10H22
Molecular Weight	142.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethyl-n-octane; Octane, 3,3-dimethyl-; NSC 74133; 1,1-Diethyl-2-methylpentane; 2-Methyl-1,1-diethylpentane; 3,3-Dimethyl octane
EINECS	223-889-8

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dimethyloctane is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.410 - 1.414
Density (20°C)	0.730 - 0.740 g/mL
Boiling Point	~165 - 170 °C

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