Molecular structure of 2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, CAS Number: 540-84-1
2,2,4-Trimethylpentane (CAS 540-84-1)
Alternate Names:
Isooctane
Application:
2,2,4-Trimethylpentane is a hydrocarbon isomer of octane
CAS Number:
540-84-1
Purity:
≥99%
Molecular Weight:
114.23
Molecular Formula:
C8H18
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2,2,4-Trimethylpentane is an isomer of octane and the standard for the 100 point in octane rating. The compound has also been used to screen for genes that make S. cerivisiae isooctane tolerant and to study their behavior. Isooctane, scientifically referred to as 2,2,4-trimethylpentane, is an organic substance denoted by the chemical formula C8H18. It exists as a transparent liquid possessing a scent resembling that of gasoline. Significantly, it serves as a prominent constituent within gasoline. Isooctane finds wide-ranging applications across multiple industrial sectors, serving as a vital component in fuels, solvents, and lubricants. Furthermore, it plays a role in the production of detergents, plastics, and various other chemical compounds.
2,2,4-Trimethylpentane (CAS 540-84-1) References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, 500 ml | sc-209284 | 500 ml | $57.00 | |||
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2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, 2 L | sc-209284A | 2 L | $138.00 | |||
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2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, 4 L | sc-209284B | 4 L | $193.00 | |||
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