Description

3-Methylicosane is a high-purity branched alkane, a key specialty hydrocarbon with the CAS registry number 6418-46-8. It serves as a critical reference standard and a versatile building block in advanced material science and organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the chemical, petrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking precise molecular structures for product development and quality control.

Application

• Chromatographic Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) for method calibration and compound identification.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a valuable synthon for creating complex organic molecules, including surfactants, lubricant additives, and specialty polymers.
• Petrochemical Research: Employed in studies of hydrocarbon behavior, fuel additives, and the simulation of complex hydrocarbon mixtures.
• Material Science: Utilized in the development of phase-change materials, wax modifiers, and other advanced organic materials requiring specific alkane structures.
• Chemical Education & Analysis: Serves as a teaching tool and analytical standard in academic and industrial laboratories for studying hydrocarbon properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylicosane
CAS No.	6418-46-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₄
Molecular Weight	296.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyleicosane; Eicosane, 3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-eicosan; 6418-46-8; 3-Methyl-icosane; 3-Methyl C20; 3-Methyleicosan; 3-Methyl-eicosane
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylicosane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical ≥98.0%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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