Description

Hexacontane is a high-purity, long-chain saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane series, specifically a C60 straight-chain paraffin. This compound serves as a critical standard and reference material in analytical chemistry and materials science research, providing a benchmark for chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. It is essential for laboratories and R&D facilities in the petrochemical, polymer, and advanced materials sectors requiring precise calibration and fundamental studies of hydrocarbon properties.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a high-molecular-weight calibration standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) for characterizing polymers and complex hydrocarbon mixtures.
• Materials Science Research: Investigation of phase transitions, crystallization behavior, and thermal properties of long-chain alkanes for developing novel waxes, coatings, and organic semiconductors.
• Petrochemical Benchmarking: Used in research to model and understand the behavior of high-boiling-point fractions in crude oil and refined products.
• Polymer Additive Studies: Acts as a model compound for studying the effects of long-chain hydrocarbons on polymer processing, plasticity, and rheological properties.
• Educational & Laboratory Reagent: A pure chemical for academic instruction and advanced research in organic chemistry and hydrocarbon physics.
• Specialty Wax Formulation: Potential component in the development of high-melting-point, synthetic specialty waxes with specific performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexacontane
CAS No.	7667-80-3
Molecular Formula	C60H122
Molecular Weight	843.63 g/mol
Synonyms	n-Hexacontane; Hexacontane, n-; C60 Alkane; CH3-[CH2]58-CH3; Sixty-carbon normal alkane; NSC 66400; Normal Hexacontane
EINECS	231-622-9

Quality Control

Our Hexacontane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	99 - 102 °C

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