1-Octanol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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.

Specifications

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

• Melting Point: -16°C
• Density: 0.825
• Boiling Point: 193°C to 195°C
• Flash Point: 81°C (177°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Odor: Sweet
• Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₇OH
• Refractive Index: 1.429
• Quantity: 2500 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

Safety and Handling

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