Description

Octane,2,3,7-Trimethyl- is a branched-chain alkane isomer with the CAS registry number 62016-34-6. This specialized hydrocarbon is valued for its role as a high-purity reference standard and a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the petrochemical, fine chemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications requiring precise molecular structures.

Application

• Fuel & Petrochemical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and octane booster component for studying fuel combustion properties and hydrocarbon reforming processes.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including specialty surfactants, lubricant additives, and pharmaceutical precursors.
• Chromatography & Analytical Standards: Used as a high-purity calibration standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Specialty Solvent & Reaction Medium: Employed as a non-polar, inert solvent for specific chemical reactions and material processing where its unique branched structure is advantageous.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized in the development and testing of novel polymeric materials and as a model compound for studying hydrocarbon-polymer interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octane,2,3,7-Trimethyl-
CAS No.	62016-34-6
Molecular Formula	C11H24
Molecular Weight	156.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,7-Trimethyloctane; Trimethyloctane; Isooctane derivative; C11 branched alkane; 2,3,7-TMO; UNII-8I0R54021W; Iso-undecane (isomer)
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Quality Control

Our Octane,2,3,7-Trimethyl- is produced 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 specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are 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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	~0.74 g/mL
Boiling Point	~180-185°C

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