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1-Octanol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11418556
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Description

1-Octanol is used as a precursor to prepare esters, which is used in perfumes and flavorings. It is used as food additive, anti-foaming agent and emulsifier in anti-rust emulsions. It is widely involved in chemical industry for the synthesis of ethoxylates, alkyl sulfates and ether sulfates. It is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, waxes, and surface coatings and mainly involved in agricultural chemistry to inhibit excessive growth of tobacco plants.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
1-Octanol is used as a precursor to prepare esters, which is used in perfumes and flavorings. It is used as food additive, anti-foaming agent and emulsifier in anti-rust emulsions. It is widely involved in chemical industry for the synthesis of ethoxylates, alkyl sulfates and ether sulfates. It is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, waxes, and surface coatings and mainly involved in agricultural chemistry to inhibit excessive growth of tobacco plants.

Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ether and propylene glycol. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 111-87-5
Molecular Formula C8H18O
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 130.23
MDL Number MFCD00002988
InChI Key KBPLFHHGFOOTCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym 1-octanol, octanol, octyl alcohol, n-octanol, capryl alcohol, caprylic alcohol, n-octyl alcohol, heptyl carbinol, 1-hydroxyoctane, primary octyl alcohol
PubChem CID 957
ChEBI CHEBI:16188
IUPAC Name octan-1-ol
SMILES CCCCCCCCO

Specifications

Melting Point °C to 16°C
Density 0.825
Boiling Point 193°C to 195°C
Flash Point 81°C (177°F)
Assay Percent Range 99%
Linear Formula CH3(CH2)7OH
Refractive Index 1.429
Quantity 500 mL
Beilstein 1697461
Merck Index 14,6751
Solubility Information Miscible with ethanol,ether and propylene glycol. Immiscible with water.
Formula Weight 130.23
Percent Purity 99%
Chemical Name or Material 1-Octanol
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Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 1-Octanol
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
 Hazard Statement
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P264-Wash face, hands, and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 1-octanol

RUO – Research Use Only

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