Heptane Dyes

Heptane

Heptane is a straight-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C7H16. It is a colorless liquid with a mild, sweet odor and a low boiling point. Heptane is a highly flammable and volatile compound that is commonly used as a solvent in a range of industries, including the chemical, pharmaceutical, and petroleum industries.Heptane is also used as a standard reference for measuring the octane rating of gasoline, which is a measure of its ability to resist knocking or pinging in a combustion engine. Heptane has an octane rating of 0, meaning that it has poor resistance to knocking. Gasoline with a higher octane rating than heptane is considered to be more efficient and better suited for high-performance engines.