Description

Trimethyldecane, 2,5,6- is a branched-chain alkane, specifically a C13 hydrocarbon isomer. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in high-performance formulations due to its defined structure and favorable volatility profile. It is primarily utilized in industries such as advanced polymer synthesis, specialty lubricant formulation, and as a calibration standard in analytical chemistry.

Application

• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized lubricant additives and viscosity modifiers.
• High-purity solvent for polymerization reactions and resin formulations.
• Component in calibration mixtures for gas chromatography (GC) and other analytical instruments.
• Used in research and development of fuel additives and hydrocarbon-based functional fluids.
• Potential use as a reaction medium in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.
• Raw material for producing specialty surfactants and oleochemical derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethyldecane, 2,5,6-
CAS No.	62108-23-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈
Molecular Weight	184.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5,6-Trimethyldecane; Decane, 2,5,6-trimethyl-; C13 Alkane (branched); Iso-Tridecane (isomer); 2,5,6-TMD; Trimethyl Decane; Hydrocarbon C13 (branched)
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Quality Control

Our Trimethyldecane, 2,5,6- is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Boiling Point	~230 - 240 °C
Density (20°C)	~0.76 - 0.78 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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