Description

3-Ethyltetracosane is a high-purity, branched alkane hydrocarbon with a defined molecular structure, offering exceptional consistency for specialized industrial applications. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard in research and development, where precise chemical properties are critical. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and laboratories in the lubricant, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors for formulation, synthesis, and analytical purposes.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized surfactants, lubricant additives, and other high-value organic compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a critical analytical standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry for method development and calibration.
• Lubricant Formulation: Acts as a model compound or a base fluid component in the development of high-performance synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Polymer Research: Employed as a comonomer or plasticizer analog in polymer science studies to modify physical properties.
• Phase Behavior Studies: Utilized in research on wax formation, crystallization, and hydrocarbon mixture phase diagrams.
• Specialty Solvents: Functions as a component in high-boiling-point solvent mixtures for specific industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyltetracosane
CAS No.	55282-17-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₄
Molecular Weight	366.71 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyltetracosane; Tetracosane, 3-ethyl-; 3-Ethyltetracosan; 3-Ethyl-n-tetracosane; 55282-17-2; NSC 66400; AI3-31212; UNII-9Q7X2P8K8F; 9Q7X2P8K8F
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyltetracosane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment 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 ambient temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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