Description

1-Pentyldecylbenzene is a high-purity, long-chain alkylbenzene derivative, also known as 1-Phenyldecane, with the CAS registry number 4534-62-7. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional fluid, valued for its chemical stability and hydrophobic properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the specialty chemical, lubricant, and polymer industries seeking reliable performance in formulation and synthesis.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of surfactants, plasticizers, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Base: Used in the formulation of high-performance synthetic lubricants, heat transfer fluids, and hydraulic fluids.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a plasticizer or processing aid in the production of plastics and elastomers to modify flexibility and flow properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Serves as a hydrophobic feedstock for the manufacture of alkylbenzene sulfonates and other surfactants.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a standard or reagent for organic synthesis and material science studies.
• Solvent & Extractive Agent: Utilized as a non-polar solvent in specific extraction processes and specialty coatings formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Pentyldecylbenzene
CAS No.	4534-62-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₆
Molecular Weight	288.51 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phenyldecane; Decylbenzene; n-Decylbenzene; Phenyldecane; Benzene, decyl-; Benzene, 1-decyl-; n-Phenyldecane; 1-Decylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Pentyldecylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	0.855 - 0.865 g/mL

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