Description

Heptane,3-Ethyl-5-Methyl- is a branched-chain alkane isomer with the CAS number 52896-90-9. This specialty hydrocarbon is valued for its unique combination of solvency and volatility, making it a critical component in advanced formulation chemistry. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use as a high-purity solvent, reaction medium, and extraction agent.

Application

• As a high-purity solvent for pharmaceutical synthesis and purification processes.
• As a reaction medium in catalytic processes and specialty polymerizations.
• As an extraction solvent in the purification of natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• As a formulation component in agrochemicals, adhesives, and coatings requiring specific evaporation rates.
• As a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry and chromatography.
• As a cleaning agent for precision equipment in electronics manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptane,3-Ethyl-5-Methyl-
CAS No.	52896-90-9
Molecular Formula	C10H22
Molecular Weight	142.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-5-methylheptane; 5-Methyl-3-ethylheptane; 3-Ethyl-5-methyl-heptane; Heptane, 3-ethyl-5-methyl-; Isoheptane (unspecified isomer); Branched C10 alkane
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Quality Control

Our Heptane,3-Ethyl-5-Methyl- is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and consistency standards suitable for high-value industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Density (20°C)	~0.72 g/mL

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