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2-METHYLTETRADECANE

Zhishang Bio 2-METHYLTETRADECANE CAS 1560-95-8

CAS:1560-95-8 | C15H32 |MW:212.41 | EINECS NO:**

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Transporta: Ocean, Land,Air, DHL,TNT

Port: Shanghai Port, Qingdao Port

Description

2-METHYLTETRADECANE, The structure can be interpreted from the naming. The parent compound is a straight chain alkane containing fourteen carbon atoms – tetradecane. A methyl group is located on the second carbon atom of the parent chain, hence the name ‘2-METHYLTETRADECANE’.

Its chemical formula is C ₁₅ H ∝₂, which is identical to the chemical formula of n-pentadecane, fully confirming their relationship as isomers.

The molecular structure of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE can be described as a long fourteen carbon main chain, with a methyl branch connected to the second carbon atom adjacent to the endpoint.


The subtle differences in intermolecular forces directly and profoundly affect the macroscopic physical and chemical properties, leading to a significant differentiation from n-alkanes.

The properties of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE are the most direct reflection of its molecular structure and the fundamental basis for determining its use.

At room temperature and pressure, 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is a colorless and transparent liquid. This contrasts with the fact that n-pentadecane may be solid or semi-solid at room temperature.

The boiling point of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is usually in the range of 265 ° C to 270 ° C. This is a crucial property. According to the Trouton rule, the molar evaporation entropy of straight chain alkanes is roughly constant, so the boiling point increases regularly with the increase of molecular weight.

However, branched alkanes can overcome intermolecular forces and vaporize at lower temperatures due to their weaker intermolecular forces. Therefore, the boiling point of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is lower than that of n-pentadecane. This characteristic is an important basis for separating different alkanes in petroleum fractionation and isomerization processes.

The melting point and condensation point of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE are significantly lower than those of n-pentadecane. The branched structure makes it difficult for molecules to form regular crystal lattices, thereby disrupting the crystallization process and resulting in solidification at lower temperatures.

This enables 2-METHYLTETRADECANE to maintain fluidity in low-temperature environments, which is crucial for its applications in lubricating and hydraulic oils.

The density of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is about 0.76-0.77 g/cm ³, slightly lower than water, and usually slightly lower than n-alkanes with the same carbon number, also due to insufficient molecular packing.

 

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Product Parameters

2-METHYLTETRADECANE Chemical Properties
Melting point -8.3°C
Boiling point 265.2°C
density 0.7623
refractive index 1.4284
LogP8.194 (est)

The application of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE

1. In the field of fuel and energy:
Improving gas octane ranking: This is one of the core commercial applications of 2-METHYLTETRADECANE. The anti knock performance of gasoline is gauged by its octane number, with branched chain alkanes, fragrant hydrocarbons, and cycloalkanes having a lot greater octane numbers than straight chain alkanes.

The essential technology for creating top-quality tidy fuel is to convert low octane n-alkanes into branched alkanes such as 2-METHYLTETRADECANE through catalytic isomerization. Its presence can efficiently suppress unusual combustion in the engine, lower detonation, and improve engine efficiency and power.

Diesel additive: Although 2-METHYLTETRADECANE has a negative effect on the cetane variety of diesel, it can be utilized as a mixing component to boost the low-temperature fluidness of diesel in details circumstances.

2. Lubricating oil and useful liquid field:
Artificial lubricating base oil: As a result of its low pour factor, excellent thickness temperature level characteristics, and chemical stability, high-purity 2-METHYLTETRADECANE or its homologue blend can be utilized as a synthetic hydrocarbon base oil to prepare aviation hydraulic oil, low-temperature lubricating oil, and special lubricating grease, making sure that equipment can begin and operate typically even in severe cold atmospheres.

Metal processing liquid: 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is a vital element of oil-based cutting and rolling liquids, giving lubrication, cooling, and corrosion avoidance features.

3. Chemical sector and clinical research area:
Organic synthesis intermediates: 2-METHYLTETRADECANE can be converted into a series of beneficial by-products such as surfactants, plasticizers, polymer monomers, etc with responses such as halogenation and oxidation.

Chromatographic evaluation requirements: In gas chromatography, high-purity 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is typically used as a common reference for retention time, for qualitative analysis of other elements in complex mixes.

Solvent: 2-METHYLTETRADECANE, as a non-polar solvent, can be utilized for removal, cleaning, and as a tool for certain chain reactions or finishing manufacturing.

Because of its clear structure and regular buildings, 2-METHYLTETRADECANE is commonly used as a version substance for studying the thermodynamic residential or commercial properties, phase behavior, transport phenomena, and catalytic reaction mechanisms of alkanes.

2-METHYLTETRADECANE's Procurement Guide

Procurement Guidelines
1. Sample Policy
We can provide a 2-3g free trial package (shipping fee required)

2. Batch procurement
Packaging: 25kg/bag; 220kg/barrel; Special packaging according to your needs
MOQ:1kg

3. Customized services
Concentration customization (90% -99%)
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Yes, we have GMP certificate for some products, and we can provide DMF as well.

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Escrow and T/T in advance are highly recommended. We can accept Western Union, Money Gram and Paypal as well.

For sample(less than 1kg), in about 3 working days after payment; for larger orders (more than 1kg), in about 7 working days after payment. 

For samples, we will send by TNT/DHL/FEDEX/UPS express, usually it takes about 3-5 day.

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