Description

Dotriacontane is a high-purity, long-chain saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane series, specifically identified by CAS NO 544-85-4. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and a versatile chemical building block in advanced research and industrial synthesis. It is essential for laboratories and manufacturers in the petrochemical, materials science, and specialty chemicals sectors who require precise, high-quality linear alkanes for calibration, formulation, and development.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a primary standard in gas chromatography (GC) and other analytical techniques for the identification and quantification of hydrocarbons.
• Phase Change Material (PCM) Research: Investigated for its thermal energy storage properties due to its high melting point and latent heat of fusion.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricant additives, and other long-chain derivatives.
• Petrochemical Marker: Employed in geochemical studies as a biomarker to understand the origin and maturity of crude oils and sedimentary organic matter.
• Materials Science: Used in the study and fabrication of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs), organic thin films, and nanostructured materials.
• Calibration Compound: Essential for calibrating instruments and validating methods in analytical and environmental testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dotriacontane
CAS No.	544-85-4
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₆₆
Molecular Weight	450.87 g/mol
Synonyms	n-Dotriacontane; n-32 Alkane; Dicetyl; C32 Alkane; Dotriacontane, normal; 1-Dotriacontane; CH3-[CH2]30-CH3
EINECS	208-878-9

Quality Control

Our Dotriacontane 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 Gas Chromatography (GC) and meets rigorous internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	69 - 71 °C

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