Description

2,2,4,9,11,11-Hexamethyldodecane is a high-purity, branched alkane hydrocarbon, also known as a highly branched isoparaffin. This compound is valued for its exceptional chemical stability and low volatility, making it a versatile intermediate and performance additive in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the lubricant, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for its ability to enhance product properties and process efficiency.

Application

• High-Performance Lubricant Base Stock: Used as a synthetic base oil or additive due to its excellent thermal and oxidative stability, low pour point, and high viscosity index.
• Polymer and Plasticizer Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of specialized polymers, resins, and plasticizers, imparting desired flexibility and stability.
• Specialty Solvent and Carrier Fluid: Employed in formulations requiring a high-purity, inert, and non-reactive solvent, such as in electronics cleaning or advanced coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key reactant or intermediate in organic synthesis for producing more complex specialty chemicals.
• Heat Transfer Fluid Component: Utilized in the formulation of stable, non-corrosive heat transfer fluids for industrial processes.
• Reference Standard and Calibrant: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical chemistry, chromatography, and instrument calibration.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,4,9,11,11-Hexamethyldodecane
CAS No.	6304-50-3
Molecular Formula	C18H38
Molecular Weight	254.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethyldodecane; 2,2,4,9,11,11-Hexamethyl-dodecane; Dodecane, 2,2,4,9,11,11-hexamethyl-; Highly Branched C18 Isoparaffin; Isooctadecane; TMP Trioleate Hydrogenation Byproduct
EINECS	228-587-9

Quality Control

Our 2,2,4,9,11,11-Hexamethyldodecane is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and physical properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results of tests such as GC assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.79 - 0.81 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445

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