Description

(1,1,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptyl)Benzene is a high-purity, branched-chain alkylbenzene derivative valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and performance additive. Its unique, highly substituted structure provides steric bulk and lipophilic character, making it essential for applications requiring tailored solubility and controlled reactivity. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for advanced synthesis and formulation development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where steric hindrance is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides, leveraging its lipophilic properties.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or plasticizer additive to enhance specific material properties like flexibility and hydrophobicity in high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for Friedel-Crafts alkylation and other reactions requiring a bulky, non-nucleophilic aromatic substrate.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Functions as a precursor or performance additive in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and high-stability fuels.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Utilized in the controlled synthesis of specific musk or aromatic compounds for the fragrance industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1,1,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptyl)Benzene
CAS No.	55134-07-1
Molecular Formula	C18H30
Molecular Weight	246.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzene, (1,1,4,6,6-pentamethylheptyl)-; 2,2,5,7,7-Pentamethyl-4-phenylheptane; 4-Phenyl-2,2,5,7,7-pentamethylheptane; Pentamethylheptylbenzene; tert-Nonylbenzene (mixed isomers); Branched C18 Alkylbenzene; 1,1,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our (1,1,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptyl)Benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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