Nonane, 2,2,4,4,6,8,8-heptamethyl-

At a glance

2,2,4,4,6,8,8‑Heptamethylnonane (isohexadecane) is a highly branched C16 alkane, petroleum‑derived, used in perfumery as a neutral, odorless solvent/emollient.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
branched alkane (C16H34)
CAS number
4390-04-9
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01