Description

1-Ethyltridecylbenzene is a high-purity, branched-chain alkylbenzene derivative with the CAS registry number 4534-65-0. This specialty organic compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and performance additive in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the chemical, polymer, and lubricant industries seeking to develop or enhance product formulations.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of surfactants, plasticizers, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Used as a base stock or performance additive to improve viscosity index, thermal stability, and lubricity in synthetic lubricants and industrial greases.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a plasticizer or co-monomer in the production of specialized polymers and resins to modify flexibility and processing characteristics.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: A critical raw material for manufacturing alkylbenzene sulfonates and other anionic surfactants used in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis and material science research for developing new chemical entities and functional materials.
• Specialty Fluids: A component in high-performance heat transfer fluids, hydraulic fluids, and dielectric fluids where specific chemical stability is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyltridecylbenzene
CAS No.	4534-65-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₆
Molecular Weight	288.52 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyltridecylbenzene; Benzene, (1-ethyltridecyl)-; 1-Phenyltetradecane; n-Tridecylbenzene, ethyl-; Ethyltridecylbenzene; (1-Ethyltridecyl)benzene; Tetradecane, 1-phenyl-; Alkylbenzene C21
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyltridecylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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%
Density (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.480 - 1.490

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