Description

Dodecane,2,7,10-Trimethyl- is a branched-chain alkane with the CAS registry number 74645-98-0, valued for its role as a specialized intermediate and solvent in high-performance formulations. Its unique structure provides favorable solvency and stability properties, making it a critical component in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. This compound is essential for industries requiring precise hydrocarbon performance, including lubricant additives, specialty polymers, and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the production of complex organic molecules and specialty surfactants.
• Specialty Solvent: Used in formulations requiring a high-boiling, non-polar solvent with excellent solvency for resins, polymers, and oils.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Imparts desirable properties such as improved viscosity index and thermal stability in high-performance lubricants and synthetic fuels.
• Polymer & Plasticizer Industry: Acts as a co-monomer or plasticizer precursor in the manufacture of specialized polymers and elastomers.
• Research & Development: Employed in analytical chemistry as a standard or reference material for chromatography and spectrometry.
• Industrial Cleaning & Degreasing: An effective ingredient in precision cleaning formulations for metal parts and electronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecane,2,7,10-Trimethyl-
CAS No.	74645-98-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₃₂
Molecular Weight	212.42 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7,10-Trimethyldodecane; Trimethyldodecane; Isoalkane C15; Branched Pentadecane; 2,7,10-Trimethyl-dodecan; NSC 163490; High-purity C15 Isoalkane
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Quality Control

Our Dodecane,2,7,10-Trimethyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic analysis, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to 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 such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.76 - 0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435

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