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n-Decane, 99%, Thermo Scientific™ Fisher Cat. 11417776
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n-Decane is a straight-chain alkane (C10H22) widely used as a solvent, calibration standard in gas chromatography, and reference material for fuel research. It serves as a nonpolar solvent in laboratories and an analytical standard for hydrocarbon analysis. This product is n-Decane, CAS 124-18-5, with a molecular formula of CH3(CH2)8CH3 and a molecular weight of 142.28 g/mol. It is supplied at 99% purity, stored at ambient conditions, and labeled with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies n-Decane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90032796
- CAS Number
- 124-18-5
- IUPAC Name
- decane
- EC Number
- 204-686-4
- Molecular Formula
- CH3(CH2)8CH3
- Molecular Weight
- 142.28
- Exact Mass
- 142.1722
- SMILES
- CCCCCCCCCC
- InChIKey
- DIOQZVSQGTUSAI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C10H22/c1-3-5-7-9-10-8-6-4-2/h3-10H2,1-2H3
- PubChem CID
- 15600
Synonyms
- CACTUS NORMAL PARAFFIN N 10
- decan
- DECANE
- Decane, n-
- Decane; Cactus Normal Paraffin N 10; NSC 8781; n-Decane
- Decyl hydride
- Nonane, methyl-
- normal-decane
- SYNTSOL LP 10
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Melting Point
- -29.7 °C
- Boiling Point
- 174.1 °C
- Density
- 0.7 (relative, water = 1)
- Water Solubility
- 0.052 mg/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Miscible with ethanol; soluble in ether; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.17 kPa at 25 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4102
- log P (octanol/water)
- 5.01
Source: PubChem CID 15600 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is n-Decane commonly used for?
n-Decane is primarily used as a solvent, calibration standard in gas chromatography, and a reference material for fuel research due to its well-defined properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of n-Decane?
The chemical formula is **CH₃(CH₂)₈CH₃**, and the molecular weight is **142.28 g/mol**.
How should n-Decane be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents.
What purity grade is available for this n-Decane?
Molekula supplies this product at **99% purity**, meeting Thermo Scientific™ Fisher Chemical standards.
Can Molekula supply n-Decane in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics details.
What documentation comes with an order of n-Decane?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.