Description

2,2,3,5,5,6,6-Heptamethyl-3-Heptene CAS NO 54845-26-0 is a highly branched, volatile olefin characterized by its unique heptamethyl-substituted structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty monomer in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its ability to impart steric bulk and modify polymer properties. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, polymer, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel compounds with tailored characteristics.

Application

• Specialty Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Acts as a comonomer to introduce steric hindrance and modify the thermal stability, solubility, and mechanical properties of advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance additives that improve viscosity index and oxidative stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research for studying steric effects in reaction mechanisms and catalysis.
• Surface Modification Agent: Utilized to create hydrophobic coatings and functionalized surfaces in material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3,5,5,6,6-Heptamethyl-3-Heptene
CAS No.	54845-26-0
Molecular Formula	C14H28
Molecular Weight	196.38 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Heptene, 2,2,3,5,5,6,6-heptamethyl-; Heptamethyl-3-heptene; 2,2,3,5,5,6,6-Heptamethylhept-3-ene; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2,3,5,5,6,6-Heptamethyl-3-Heptene is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for industrial and research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis, to ensure compliance with agreed specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are 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 acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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