Description

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane is a highly branched, saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the class of alkanes. This compound is valued for its unique structural properties, serving as a high-octane reference fuel component and a critical model compound in chemical research. It is essential for industries and laboratories requiring a pure, highly volatile standard with well-defined physical characteristics.

Application

• As a high-purity reference standard for gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) calibration.
• Used in fuel research as a model compound for studying combustion kinetics and octane rating due to its highly branched structure.
• Acts as a chemical intermediate and reagent in organic synthesis and petrochemical research.
• Employed as a solvent or diluent in specialized formulations requiring a highly volatile, non-polar medium.
• Serves as a physical property standard for determining density, viscosity, and other thermodynamic parameters.
• Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for structure-property relationship studies of hydrocarbons.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane
CAS No.	594-82-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18
Molecular Weight	114.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethylethane; Tetramethylbutane; 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane; TMB; Butane, 2,2,3,3-tetramethyl-; (CH3)3CC(CH3)3; 1,1,1,2,2,2-Hexamethylethane
EINECS	209-854-0

Quality Control

Our 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and purity verification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee the material meets your precise research and industrial standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources 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 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	0.824 - 0.828 g/mL
Boiling Point	106 - 108°C

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