Description

2,5-Dimethyl-1-Hexene is a branched-chain terminal alkene of significant industrial interest. This high-purity olefin serves as a versatile building block and reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the specialty chemical, fragrance, and polymer industries for applications requiring a reactive α-olefin with specific steric properties.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor for the synthesis of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals via addition, polymerization, or functionalization reactions.
• Polymer & Co-polymer Production: Used as a comonomer to modify the properties of polyolefins, influencing characteristics like flexibility, crystallinity, and melting point.
• Specialty Surfactants & Lubricants: Acts as a feedstock in the production of olefin sulfonates and synthetic lubricant base oils.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and terpene analogs.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in the formulation of resins and elastomers where its double bond facilitates cross-linking for enhanced material performance.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-1-Hexene
CAS No.	6975-92-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16
Molecular Weight	112.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexene, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethylhex-1-ene; NSC 60613; 2,5-Dimethyl-1-hexylene; (2,5-Dimethylhexyl)ethene
EINECS	230-211-1

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-1-Hexene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, ignition points, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is highly volatile and flammable; appropriate safety measures for handling organic solvents should be observed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	0.710 - 0.720 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.405 - 1.415
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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