Description

2,3-Dimethylhexane is a branched-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the CAS registry number 584-94-1. This compound is valued as a high-purity organic intermediate and a key component in specialized solvent formulations and fuel research. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories, chemical synthesis facilities, and manufacturers in the petrochemical and specialty chemical sectors for its defined structural properties and reactivity.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis and catalysis research to produce more complex molecules.
• Reference Standard & Calibration: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard in gas chromatography (GC) for method development and instrument calibration.
• Specialty Solvent Formulations: A component in non-polar solvent blends for specific extraction or reaction processes in laboratories and pilot plants.
• Fuel & Octane Research: Employed in fuel additive research and combustion studies to understand the effects of branched hydrocarbon structures on performance.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in specific polymerization studies to modify polymer chain branching and properties.
• Physical Property Studies: Used in thermodynamic and physical property research due to its well-defined chemical structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylhexane
CAS No.	584-94-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18
Molecular Weight	114.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylhexane; Hexane, 2,3-dimethyl-; (2R,3S)-rel-2,3-Dimethylhexane; (2S,3R)-rel-2,3-Dimethylhexane; 2,3-Dimethyl-n-hexane; NSC 74120
EINECS	209-527-1

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylhexane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.710 - 0.715 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.400 - 1.404

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