Description

7-Butyl-1-Hexyldecahydronaphthalene is a high-purity, fully hydrogenated synthetic hydrocarbon compound, valued for its exceptional chemical stability and hydrophobic properties. This makes it a crucial intermediate and functional fluid component in advanced industrial formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the specialty chemical, lubricant, and polymer industries for applications requiring high-performance base stocks and inert reaction media.

Application

• High-Performance Lubricant Base Stock: Used as a synthetic base fluid in specialty lubricants and greases requiring high thermal and oxidative stability.
• Polymer Processing Aid: Acts as a plasticizer or processing aid in the manufacture of specialty plastics and elastomers to improve flexibility and processing characteristics.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including surfactants and specialty additives.
• Functional Fluid Component: Incorporated into heat transfer fluids, hydraulic fluids, and dielectric fluids where chemical inertness is paramount.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Used as an emollient or solvent in high-end cosmetic formulations due to its purity and skin-feel properties.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratory settings as a non-polar solvent or reference standard for chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Butyl-1-Hexyldecahydronaphthalene
CAS No.	66455-54-7
Molecular Formula	C20H38
Molecular Weight	278.52 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Butyl-1-hexyldecahydronaphthalene; Perhydro-7-butyl-1-hexylnaphthalene; Hydrogenated Butylhexylnaphthalene; C20 Fully Hydrogenated Naphthalene Derivative; Synthetic Hydrocarbon Fluid C20; High-Stability Synthetic Oil Intermediate; Butylhexylperhydronaphthalene
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Quality Control

Our 7-Butyl-1-Hexyldecahydronaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet exacting standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87 g/mL

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