Description

Icos-1-Ene is a high-purity, long-chain terminal alkene of significant industrial interest. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive double bond at the terminal position, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing specialty chemicals and advanced materials. This compound is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, lubricant additive, and polymer modification sectors. Icos-1-Ene CAS NO 53240-89-4 is supplied to meet the stringent quality requirements of research and production environments.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of long-chain alcohols, acids, and amines for specialty surfactants and detergents.
• In the production of high-performance synthetic lubricants and lubricant additives, where its structure contributes to thermal stability and low-temperature fluidity.
• As a reactive monomer or co-monomer in the modification of polymers to introduce specific functional groups or alter physical properties.
• As a building block for the fragrance and flavor industry, used in creating specific long-chain aroma chemicals.
• In organic synthesis and chemical research as a standard or reagent for studying olefin metathesis and other catalytic reactions.
• For the development of specialty waxes and coatings that require specific hydrocarbon chain lengths.

Basic Information

Product Name	Icos-1-Ene
CAS No.	53240-89-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₄₀
Molecular Weight	280.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Eicosene; Eicos-1-ene; n-1-Eicosene; α-Eicosene; 1-Icosene; C20 α-olefin; Vinyl octadecane; 1-C20 Olefin
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Quality Control

Our Icos-1-Ene is produced and handled under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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