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CH5066

2-Octanol ACS

CAS No
111-87-5
Synonym(s)
Alcohol C8, Capryl alcohol, Octyl alcohol
Molecular Formula:
CH3(CH2)7OH
Molecular Weight:
130.23
EC Number:
203-917-6
MDL number:
MFCD00002988
PubChem CID:
957
Beilstein:
1697461
UN Number
–
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2-Octanol ACS Grade CAS: 111-87-5 | M.F: CH3(CH2)7OH | MW: 130.23, Buy now for accurate and Reproducible results from ChemieR High Purity Solvent. All ChemieR Products are exclusively distributed by Dawn Scientific Inc.

2-Octanol ACS is a clear, oily liquid characterized by a strong, aromatic, and unpleasant odor. This organic compound, known as octan-2-ol or 2-OH, has the chemical formula C8H18O. It exhibits low solubility in water but is compatible with most organic solvents, including alcohol, acetone, and ether. Classified as a fatty alcohol, 2-Octanol is recognized as a secondary alcohol and is also referred to by several other names, including chiral sec-Caprylic alcohol, Capryl alcohol, Ethyl-N-amylcarbinol, and Ethylpentylcarbinol. As an ACS grade reagent, it is of high purity and quality, making it a preferred choice as a solvent in various industrial applications.

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Application :

  • 2-Octanol ACS is used as a reducer in the preparation of monodispersed nickel nanocrystals.
  • This compound is classified as a secondary alcohol, which can undergo oxidation by nitric acid to yield 2-octanone. Additionally, the efficacy of Al-Cu and Al-Cu-Mg mixed oxides in catalyzing the dehydrogenation of 2-octanol has been examined.
  • The kinetics of the reaction leading to the formation of ammonium sec-octyl sulfate through the interaction of 2-octanol and sulfamic acid has been documented.
  • It can also be used as a chemical intermediate for production of various other chemicals like surfactants, plasticizers, lubricants, fragrances and cosmetic emollients esters.
  • It is used in the manufacturing of perfumes and disinfectant soaps.
  • It is used to prevent foaming and as a solvent for fats and waxes.

Benefits :

  • High quality and purity product which met the toughest standard of the American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • Low volatility solvent
  • As a defoaming or wetting agent
  • Gives consistent results
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ChemieR

Grade

ACS

Size

1000ml, 1000ml (Pack of 4), 4L, 500ml, 500ml (Pack of 6), 4X4L

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Properties

Quality Level
200
Vapor Density
4.5 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure
0.14 mmHg ( 25 °C)
Assay
≥99.0%
Form
liquid
autoignition temp.
523 °F
expl. lim.
8 %
technique(s)
-
impurities
≤0.0002 meq/g Titr. acid
color
APHA: ≤10 clear
transmittance
-
refractive index
n20/D 1.429 (lit.)
pH
-
bp
196 °C (lit.)
mp
−15 °C (lit.)
density
0.827 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
UV absorption
-
application(s)
-
SMILES string
CCCCCCCCO
InChI
1S/C8H18O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9/h9H,2-8H2,1H3
InChI key
KBPLFHHGFOOTCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Safety Information

Pictograms
GHS07
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H319 - H412
Precautionary Statements
P264 - P273 - P280 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P337 + P313 - P501
Hazard Classifications
Aquatic Chronic 3 - Eye Irrit. 2
Target Organs
-
Storage Class Code
10 - Combustible liquids
WGK
WGK 1
Flash Point(F)
187.7 °F
Flash Point(C)
86.5 °C
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