Description

2-Methyl-2-Undecene is a high-purity, branched-chain terminal alkene with the CAS registry number 56888-88-1. This specialty olefin is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical sectors for creating complex molecular structures.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of musk-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Grignard reactions, hydroformylation, and other catalytic processes to introduce a long, branched alkyl chain.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Research: Investigated as a potential intermediate for synthesizing novel olefin-based additives that improve performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or chain-transfer agent in the development of specialized polyolefins with tailored properties.
• Surface-Active Agent Synthesis: Used to create surfactants and emulsifiers with specific branching for enhanced surface activity.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Employed in the research and production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-2-Undecene
CAS No.	56888-88-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylundec-2-ene; 2-Undecene, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-2-undecylene; 2-Methylundecene; 2-Methyl-2-hendecene; 2-Methyl-δ²-undecene; 2-Methyl-2-undecylen
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-2-Undecene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (GC, GC-MS, NMR) to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is flammable; keep away from open flames and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	0.75 - 0.77 g/mL

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