1-Octanol
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-04-15
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
powder
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| Molecular Weight |
130.23 g/mol
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
Colorless transparent oily liquid
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: 1-Octanol
CAS Number: 111-87-5
Alias: Octan-1-ol, n-Octyl alcohol
Molecular Formula: C8H18O
Molecular Weight: 130.23 g/mol
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Saturated aliphatic primary alcohol with straight carbon chain.
- Structural Features: Consists of an eight-carbon alkyl chain and a terminal hydroxyl group. It has typical polarity of alcohol and good lipophilicity, stable single bond structure.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent oily liquid
- Odor: Characteristic fatty alcohol odor
- Melting Point: -15 °C
- Boiling Point: 195 °C
- Density: 0.824 g/mL (20 °C)
- Flash Point: 81 °C
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene and most organic solvents
- Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure. Avoid contact with strong oxidants, strong acids and high temperature.
Synthesis & Applications
Synthesis Method
Commonly prepared by hydroformylation of heptene followed by hydrogenation reduction. It can also be obtained by saponification and hydrolysis of corresponding ester compounds, then refined by distillation to get high-purity product.
Main Applications
- Chemical industry: Used as organic synthesis intermediate for producing ester flavors, surfactants and plasticizers.
- Flavor & fragrance: Important raw material for daily flavors and food essences.
- Analytical reagent: Applied in laboratory extraction, chromatographic analysis and solvent preparation.
- Cosmetics & daily chemicals: Serves as emulsifier, moisturizer and solvent in personal care products.
Safety & Storage Instructions
- Hazard Classification: Mild irritant, combustible liquid
- Personal Protection: Wear chemical resistant gloves and safety goggles. Avoid inhalation of vapor and direct contact with skin and eyes.
- Storage Condition: Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from fire, heat sources and oxidizing substances.
- Transportation: Transported as general combustible liquid. Prevent leakage and collision during transit.
Quality & Spectral Data
- Purity (GC): ≥99.0%
- Moisture: ≤0.1%
- Refractive Index: 1.428 ~ 1.430 (20 °C)
- Distillation Range: 193 ~ 197 °C
- IR Spectrum: Characteristic absorption peaks match standard structure
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 111-87-5 |
| Product Name | 1-Octanol |
| Synonym | Octan-1-ol, n-Octyl alcohol |
| Molecular Formula | C8H18O |
| Molecular Weight | 130.23 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent oily liquid with characteristic odor |
| Melting Point | -15 °C |
| Boiling Point | 195 °C |
| Density | 0.824 g/mL (20 °C) |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents |
| Purity | ≥99.0% (GC) |
| Storage Condition | Sealed, cool dry ventilated place, away from fire and oxidants |
| Hazard Property | Combustible liquid, mild irritant |
| Main Usage | Organic intermediate, flavor raw material, analytical solvent, cosmetic additive |
