Description

1-(Hexyloxy)-4-Methylhexane is a branched alkyl ether compound of significant industrial interest. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique physicochemical properties. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of advanced lubricants, specialty solvents, and performance-enhancing additives across the chemical manufacturing and materials science sectors.

Application

• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Acts as a synthetic base oil component or performance additive to enhance viscosity index, thermal stability, and low-temperature fluidity.
• Specialty Solvent: Used as a medium-polarity solvent in chemical synthesis, coatings, and cleaning formulations where controlled evaporation and solvency power are required.
• Polymer & Resin Processing: Functions as a plasticizer or processing aid to improve the workability and properties of polymers and elastomers.
• Fuel & Oil Additive: Employed as a detergent or dispersant component in fuel and lubricant additive packages to prevent deposit formation.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for the production of more complex surfactants and functional materials.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Carrier: Utilized as a carrier fluid in corrosion inhibitor formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Hexyloxy)-4-Methylhexane
CAS No.	74421-20-8
Molecular Formula	C13H28O
Molecular Weight	200.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-(hexyloxy)hexane; Hexane, 1-(hexyloxy)-4-methyl-; 4-Methylhexyl hexyl ether; Ether, hexyl 4-methylhexyl; 1-Hexyloxy-4-methylhexane
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Hexyloxy)-4-Methylhexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the agreed specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as an organic compound that is easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation of quality. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.800 - 0.820
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430

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