Description

4-Methyldodecane is a branched-chain alkane with the CAS number 6117-97-1, valued for its role as a high-purity chemical intermediate and a non-polar solvent component. Its specific hydrocarbon structure makes it a useful building block in organic synthesis and a potential reference standard in analytical chemistry. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the petrochemical, specialty chemical, and materials science sectors.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic compounds, including surfactants, lubricant additives, and specialty polymers.
• Solvent & Diluent: Acts as a non-polar solvent component in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and extraction processes where specific solubility parameters are required.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard or reagent in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and catalysis research to study reaction mechanisms and properties of branched alkanes.
• Petrochemical Additive: Investigated for use as an additive or blending component to modify the physical properties of fuels, lubricants, or other hydrocarbon streams.
• Material Science: Employed in the development and testing of novel materials, such as porous polymers or membranes, where its molecular size and shape are critical parameters.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyldodecane
CAS No.	6117-97-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈
Molecular Weight	184.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyldodecane; Dodecane, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-dodecane; 6117-97-1; NSC 74115; 4-Methylalkane C13; Iso-tridecane (common name for branched C13 alkanes)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyldodecane is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Standard quality parameters include identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by gas chromatography (GC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is 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. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.75 - 0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.420 - 1.430
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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