Description

7-Cyclohexylicosane is a high-purity, synthetic branched alkane with a unique cyclohexyl substituent on a long carbon chain. This specialized hydrocarbon is valued for its role as a non-polar, high-boiling intermediate and performance additive in advanced material formulations. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the lubricant, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for developing products with enhanced thermal stability and tailored rheological properties.

Application

• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Acts as a high-performance base oil or viscosity modifier for synthetic lubricants requiring exceptional thermal and oxidative stability.
• Polymer & Plastic Additive: Serves as a plasticizer or processing aid to improve the flexibility and workability of specialty polymers and elastomers.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis for the production of more complex surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and other functional chemicals.
• Specialty Fluids: A key component in heat transfer fluids, hydraulic fluids, and dielectric fluids where consistent performance under stress is critical.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or model compound in chromatographic studies and for investigating structure-property relationships in hydrocarbon systems.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Functions as an emollient or skin-conditioning agent in high-end cosmetic formulations due to its purity and inert nature.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Cyclohexylicosane
CAS No.	4443-60-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₂
Molecular Weight	364.70 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Cyclohexyleicosane; Eicosane, 7-cyclohexyl-; Icosane, 7-cyclohexyl-; 7-Cyclohexyleicosane; Cyclohexylicosane; Branched Alkane C26; High-Purity C26 Alkane; Synthetic Hydrocarbon Fluid C26
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Quality Control

Our 7-Cyclohexylicosane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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 structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.81 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	~1.45

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