Description

5-Decyloctahydro-1H-Indene is a high-purity, saturated hydrocarbon compound belonging to the class of indane derivatives. This specialty chemical is valued for its unique structural properties, which make it a versatile intermediate and performance additive in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fragrance, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring stable, non-polar molecular frameworks.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block or fixative in the synthesis of complex musky or amber odorants due to its stable, lipophilic structure.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a plasticizer or processing aid to modify the flexibility and rheological properties of specialty polymers and elastomers.
• Lubricant Base Stock/Additive: Used in the formulation of high-performance synthetic lubricants where thermal stability and low volatility are critical.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Provides a saturated, multi-cyclic hydrocarbon core for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, particularly in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Solvent and Carrier: Functions as a non-polar solvent or carrier fluid in coatings, inks, and adhesive formulations requiring slow evaporation rates.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Decyloctahydro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	55044-35-4
Molecular Formula	C19H36
Molecular Weight	264.49 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Decyloctahydro-1H-indene; 1H-Indene, 5-decyloctahydro-; Octahydro-5-decyl-1H-indene; Decahydro-5-decylnaphthalene (structural analog); Saturated C19 Indane Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 5-Decyloctahydro-1H-Indene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to ensure full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.85 - 0.90

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