CAS 589-34-4: 3-Methylhexane
Description:3-Methylhexane is an organic compound classified as an alkane, specifically a branched-chain isomer of hexane. Its molecular formula is C7H16, indicating it consists of seven carbon atoms and sixteen hydrogen atoms. The structure features a six-carbon hexane backbone with a methyl group (–CH3) attached to the third carbon, which contributes to its branched nature. This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a characteristic hydrocarbon odor. 3-Methylhexane is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, reflecting its nonpolar characteristics. It has a relatively low boiling point compared to larger alkanes, making it volatile. As a component of gasoline, it plays a role in fuel formulations, influencing octane ratings and combustion properties. Additionally, 3-methylhexane is used in various industrial applications, including as a solvent and in organic synthesis. Its chemical stability and relatively low reactivity make it a safe compound to handle under standard laboratory conditions.
Formula:C7H16
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H16/c1-4-6-7(3)5-2/h7H,4-6H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=VLJXXKKOSFGPHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:CCCC(C)CC
- Synonyms:
- (3S)-3-methylhexane
- 2-Ethylpentane
- 3-Methylhexan
- 3-Metilhexano
- Hexane, 3-Methyl
- Methylhexane,95%
- Nsc 73937
- (±)-3-Methylhexane
- 3-Methylhexane
Brand | Product data | Purity | Price range | Estimated delivery |
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![]() | PIANO Isoparaffins Mixture 90 REF: 04-GA0900090CAS: | - - - | 299.00 € | Thu 17 Apr 25 |
![]() | 3-Methylhexane REF: 3B-M0340CAS: 589-34-4 | >95.0%(GC) | 75.00 €~310.00 € | Thu 17 Apr 25 |
![]() | 3-Methylhexane REF: 04-C15088085CAS: 589-34-4 | - - - | To inquire | Thu 17 Apr 25 |
![]() | 3-Methylhexane REF: 10-F342233CAS: 589-34-4 | 95.0% | To inquire | Thu 24 Apr 25 |
![]() | 3-Methylhexane REF: 3D-FD91574CAS: 589-34-4 | Min. 95% | - - - | Discontinued product |

PIANO Isoparaffins Mixture 90
Controlled ProductRef: 04-GA0900090
1ml | 299.00 € |

3-Methylhexane
Ref: 3B-M0340
5ml | 75.00 € | ||
25ml | 310.00 € |

3-Methylhexane
Controlled ProductRef: 04-C15088085
100mg | To inquire |

Ref: 10-F342233
10g | To inquire | ||
100g | To inquire |

3-Methylhexane
Ref: 3D-FD91574
1ml | Discontinued | Request information | |
2ml | Discontinued | Request information | |
5ml | Discontinued | Request information | |
10ml | Discontinued | Request information | |
25ml | Discontinued | Request information |