Description

1-Ethoxy-4-Methyldecene is a high-purity, branched-chain olefin ether, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique reactivity profile. This compound matters for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the production of specialty chemicals and advanced materials. Industrial chemists and R&D professionals in the flavors & fragrances, agrochemical, and polymer sectors need it for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning product properties.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals with fruity, floral, or woody notes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticide and herbicide formulations, leveraging its ether and alkene functionalities.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or chain transfer agent to introduce specific branching and alter the physical properties of polymers.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of performance-enhancing additives for industrial and automotive lubricants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in research laboratories for carbon-carbon bond formation and etherification reactions.
• Surfactant and Detergent Intermediate: Used to create novel non-ionic surfactants with tailored hydrophobic chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethoxy-4-Methyldecene
CAS No.	94088-31-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₆O
Molecular Weight	198.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-ethoxydec-1-ene; Decene, 1-ethoxy-4-methyl-; 1-Ethoxy-4-methyl-1-decene; Ether, (4-methyldec-1-en-1-yl) ethyl; Ethyl (4-methyldec-1-en-1-yl) ether
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethoxy-4-Methyldecene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and NMR analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.800 - 0.820
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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